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Indian chess star Arjun Erigaisi slams British Airways for ‘worst flying experience'
Indian chess grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi slammed British Airways for a poor travel experience, citing a forced downgrade, rude staff, and baggage delays of over 48 hours. He expressed frustration on social media. read more Indian chess grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi has hit out at British Airways on social media, calling his recent flight experience the worst he's ever had. In a strong post on X (formerly Twitter), Erigaisi expressed his frustration over how he was treated by the airline. Erigaisi slams British Airways Erigaisi revealed that he was involuntarily downgraded, meaning he didn't get the seat or service he originally booked. He further said the staff were rude to him and there was no proper communication from the airline regarding the change of seats. Erigaisi added that his bags have been delayed for more than 48 hours now. The Indian chess star said he had already submitted messages, emails, and forms to report the issue, but even after more than two days, he had not received any update from the airline. Erigaisi pointed out that the worst part is that he will have to fly back with the same airline despite all the problems. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Worst experience flying with the British Airways. Involuntarily downgrade, rude employees, no communication, bags delayed for over 48 hours. This is frustrating. Messages, emails, forms everything done & submitted. It's been over 2 days and still no word. I don't know how an… — Arjun Erigaisi (@ArjunErigaisi) July 14, 2025 The airline is yet to issue a statement on the matter. Meanwhile, the exact details of Erigaisi's travel are also not known. Erigaisi will next be seen in action at the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025 in Uzbekistan from 3 to 16 September. Indian grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa and the current world champion D Gukesh will also take part in the competition. Erigaisi will enter the event as the top-seeded player thanks to his superior rating. Aside from pushing the rightful qualifiers for the Candidates, the 2025 Grand Swiss will also render a notable prize fund, which has been considerably increased from the last edition. The prize fund in the Open is $625,000 and $230,000 in the Women's competition.
NDTV
a day ago
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- NDTV
When Rishi Kapoor Called British Airways "Racist": "I Stopped Flying Them After..."
New Delhi: Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor's past criticism of British Airways has resurfaced after Indian chess Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi slammed the airline for what he described as the "worst experience" while travelling. What's Happening Rishi Kapoor had accused the airline of racism and shared his own unpleasant experience with the carrier in a tweet from 2019. "Racist. Don't fly British Airways. We cannot be kicked around. Sad to hear about the Berlin child incident. I stopped flying British Airways after the cabin crew were rude and had attitude not once but twice even after being a first class passenger. Fly Jet Airways or Emirates. There is dignity," Rishi had written on X (formerly Twitter). Racist. Dont fly British cannot be kicked around. Sad to hear about the Berlin child incident. I stopped flying BA after the cabin crew were rude and had attitude not once but twice even after being a first class passenger. Fly Jetair or Emirates. There is dignity. — Rishi Kapoor (@chintskap) August 9, 2018 The late actor's tweet was originally posted in the aftermath of a 2019 incident involving an Indian family who were allegedly asked to de-board a British Airways flight from London to Berlin. The passenger, AP Pathak, a Joint Secretary-level officer in the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, had accused the airline of racial discrimination. The incident had drawn sharp criticism and then Civil Aviation Minister Suresh Prabhu directed aviation authorities to seek a report from the airline. What Did Arjun Erigaisi Tweet? The tweet is once again drawing attention after Erigaisi, seeded No.1 for the upcoming FIDE Grand Swiss 2025, took to the same platform to express frustration over his recent ordeal with the airline. "Worst experience flying with British Airways," he wrote. Worst experience flying with the British Airways. Involuntarily downgrade, rude employees, no communication, bags delayed for over 48 hours. This is frustrating. Messages, emails, forms everything done & submitted. It's been over 2 days and still no word. I don't know how an… — Arjun Erigaisi (@ArjunErigaisi) July 14, 2025 "Involuntarily downgrade, rude employees, no communication, bags delayed for over 48 hours. This is frustrating. Messages, emails, forms, everything done & submitted. It's been over 2 days, and still no word. I don't know how an airline can afford to treat its customers in this way. Even worse part is I've to fly back with you," he added.
Mint
a day ago
- Business
- Mint
Arjun Erigaisi lashes out at British Airways for 'downgrade' service; Indian chess GM says ‘worse part is I've to fly…'
Indian chess grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi has blasted British Airways mercilessly, calling his experience with the airline 'worst' ever. The 21-year-old complained about zero communication from the British Airways authority while his bag being delayed for more than two days and also alleged rude behavior from the airline staff. Taking to X, Erigaisi expressed his displeasure. 'Worst experience flying with the British Airways. Involuntarily downgrade, rude employees, no communication, bags delayed for over 48 hours,' Erigaisi said in his post. 'This is frustrating. Messages, emails, forms everything done & submitted. It's been over 2 days and still no word. I don't know how an airline can afford to treat its customer in this way. Even worse part is I've to fly back with you,' added Erigaisi, ranked third in the world. However, British Airways is yet to respond on the issue. It is also unknown Erigaisi's travel and source destination. Erigaisi's post went viral in no time with several users complaining the same. Erigaisi was also suggested to take a Qatar Airways or an Emirates flight. "British Airways is one of the worst airlines in the world. If you ever travel to Europe, you should take Qatar Airways or Emirates. If you travel to Asia, you should pick Singapore Airlines or Cathay Pacific. If you go to US, you should take Qarar Airways, Singapore Airlines or United. If you go to Canada, you should take Singapore Airlines or Air Canada," am X user wrote. Erigaisi will compete in one of most important tournaments in September - FIDE Grand Swiss 2025 in Uzbekistan from September 3 to 16. He will be a top seed in the competition, which is a qualifier for the 2026 Candidates. Erigaisi will have the company of R Praggnanandhaa in the tournament which will also have global superstars like Nodirbek Abdusattorov, Alireza Firouzja, Ian Nepomniachtchi, Levon Aronian, and Anish Giri.
NDTV
a day ago
- Business
- NDTV
"Rude Employees": Indian Grandmaster's "Worst Experience" With British Airways
Indian chess Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi has hit out at British Airways after having the "worst" travel experience with the airline. The 21-year-old, seeded No.1 for the upcoming FIDE Grand Swiss 2025, spoke out about an involuntary downgrade, unresponsive staff, and baggage delays. "Worst experience flying with British Airways," Mr Erigaisi wrote on X. "Involuntarily downgrade, rude employees, no communication, bags delayed for over 48 hours. This is frustrating. Messages, emails, forms, everything done & submitted. It's been over 2 days, and still no word. I don't know how an airline can afford to treat its customers in this way. Even worse part is I've to fly back with you," he added. Worst experience flying with the British Airways. Involuntarily downgrade, rude employees, no communication, bags delayed for over 48 hours. This is frustrating. Messages, emails, forms everything done & submitted. It's been over 2 days and still no word. I don't know how an… — Arjun Erigaisi (@ArjunErigaisi) July 14, 2025 The post went viral. A user on X wrote, "British Airways is one of the worst airlines in the world. If you ever travel to Europe, you should take Qatar Airways or Emirates. If you travel to Asia, you should pick Singapore Airlines or Cathay Pacific. If you go to US, you should take Qarar Airways, Singapore Airlines or United. If you go to Canada, you should take Singapore Airlines or Air Canada." Someone pointed out that legendary cricketer "Sachin Tendulkar had a similar experience." Another user shared, "My Experiece with British Airways has been the worst. I flew with them several times right from my study years. They don't believe in treating the customer right. The staff extremely arrogant and unprofessional , not to forget their flight delays and missing baggage's." However, British Airways has not responded yet. Mr Erigaisi's post comes weeks ahead of one of the most important tournaments of his career - the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025, to be held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan from September 3 to 16. The tournament is a key qualifier for the 2026 Candidates Tournament, which determines the next challenger for the world chess championship. Mr Erigaisi, along with reigning world champion D Gukesh, has been seeded at the top of the 172-player field, which includes 116 players in the Open section and 56 in the Women's. The top two finishers in each division will qualify directly for the 2026 Candidates. India's challenge at the Grand Swiss will also feature R Praggnanandhaa, seeded fourth, as well as a mix of seasoned Grandmasters and rising stars. Global heavyweights like Nodirbek Abdusattorov, Alireza Firouzja, Ian Nepomniachtchi, Levon Aronian, and Anish Giri round out a formidable lineup. The tournament's prize pool has been raised to $625,000 (Rs 5.37 crore) in the Open section and $230,000 (almost Rs 2 crore) in the Women's.
News18
a day ago
- Business
- News18
'Rude Employees': Indian Grandmaster Calls Out British Airways For 'Worst Experience'
Last Updated: Indian chess Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi slammed British Airways for the "worst experience" and flagged a number of issues with the airline. Indian chess Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi on Monday shared his 'worst experience" of flying with British Airways, flagging a number of issues with the airline, including 'rude employees". He said that he had to face 'involuntary downgrade" and bag delay for two days, and further went on to mention the 'worst part" of it all. Erigaisi, 21, who is the top seed for the upcoming FIDE Grand Swiss 2025, said on X, 'Worst experience flying with the British Airways. Involuntarily downgrade, rude employees, no communication, bags delayed for over 48 hours. This is frustrating. Messages, emails, forms everything done & submitted. It's been over 2 days and still no word." 'I don't know how an airline can afford to treat its customer in this way. Even worse part is I've to fly back with you," he added. Worst experience flying with the British Airways. Involuntarily downgrade, rude employees, no communication, bags delayed for over 48 hours. This is frustrating. Messages, emails, forms everything done & submitted. It's been over 2 days and still no word. I don't know how an…— Arjun Erigaisi (@ArjunErigaisi) July 14, 2025 More to follow… view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
