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1. Which team did the Indian men's chess team defeat to clinch a vital win in the Chess Olympiad?
The Indian men's chess team, led by D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaise, secured a crucial victory against Azerbaijan in the 45th Chess Olympiad. Gukesh and Erigaise, both playing with the white pieces, delivered wins against their Azerbaijani opponents, Aydin Sulemali and Rauf Mamedov, respectively. This victory marked India's fifth straight win in the tournament, placing them in a strong position for a top-three finish.