Erigaisi Slams British Airlines, Management Issues Or Racism? |First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G
Indian chess prodigy Arjun Erigaisi — currently ranked World No. 5 — is preparing for the prestigious Grand Swiss tournament in Uzbekistan. But instead of sharpening his strategy, he’s battling an airline. British Airways allegedly downgraded Erigaisi without explanation, adding poor service, rude staff, and baggage delays to the list. This isn’t the first time Indian athletes or celebrities have reported mistreatment — from Rishi Kapoor and Sachin Tendulkar to everyday passengers. So, is this just bad customer service or something much deeper? Rupha Ramani investigates the pattern of disrespect towards Indian talent — in air travel, on the chessboard, and across global arenas. When will the world start treating Indian champions with the dignity they deserve?