D Gukesh vs Ding Liren, World Chess Championship Game 7 Highlights: Match ends in draw, scores tied at 3.5-3.5
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D Gukesh vs Ding Liren, World Chess Championship Game 7 Highlights: Match ends in draw, scores tied at 3.5-3.5

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World Chess Championship 2024 Game 7 Highlights, D Gukesh vs Ding Liren: Despite enjoying a strong start, D Gukesh failed to convert it into a win as Ding Liren pulled off a miraculous draw by displaying some great defensive acumen. Here’s a look at the final board position as both players move to 3.5 points in the World Chess Championship 2024 after seven matches. Load More World Chess Championship 2024 Game 7 Live: The battle for the world chess title returns after the second rest day as D Gukesh and Ding Liren resume their rivalry in Singapore on Tuesday. World Chess Championship 2024 Game 7 LIVE streaming The Game 7 between D Gukesh and Ding Liren will be played on Tuesday at Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore.

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D Gukesh vs Viswanathan Anand, to face Magnus Carlsen: World Chess Champion’s confirmed schedule for 2025
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D Gukesh vs Viswanathan Anand, to face Magnus Carlsen: World Chess Champion’s confirmed schedule for 2025

Hindustan Times  

Gukesh Dommaraju is probably the most popular name in India right now after the 18-year-old became the youngest world chess champion in Singapore recently. The Indian Grandmaster defeated defending champion Ding Liren at the World Chess Championship, to become the second Indian to achieve such a feat. Germany leg of Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour 2025 It has been confirmed …

D Gukesh reveals how he plans to spend Rs 11.45 crore world championship prize
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D Gukesh reveals how he plans to spend Rs 11.45 crore world championship prize

India Today  

World champion D Gukesh recently revealed his plans for the whopping prize money of Rs 11.45 crore after his historic victory over Ding Liren, which made him the youngest world champion in the history of chess. Chess, being an expensive sport, required significant financial investment, and Gukesh shared how his parents dedicated all their resources to ensure he could pursue …

World chess champion D Gukesh to take on No.1 Magnus Carlsen at Norway Chess
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World chess champion D Gukesh to take on No.1 Magnus Carlsen at Norway Chess

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It will be an exciting battle when new chess world champion D Gukesh takes on Magnus Carlsen. Magnus Carlsen is set to take on new chess world champion D Gukesh at Norway Chess in 2025. Images: Magnus Carlsen and FIDE on X The new chess world champion, D Gukesh, will face his toughest task when he takes on world No.1 …

D. Gukesh: Checkmating history at 18!
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D. Gukesh: Checkmating history at 18!

The Hindu  

The tears would not stop. He had a sponsor in WestBridge Capital, whose co-founder Sandeep Singhal’s motto for the World championship was — as he told Sportstar shortly after Gukesh’s triumph — “Whatever it takes.” So Gukesh got the coach he wanted, the Seconds he wanted, the mental coach he wanted, and the place where he wanted to train. And …

Amid accusations of deliberate loss to D Gukesh, Ding Liren reflects on 2024 World Chess Championship defeat
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Amid accusations of deliberate loss to D Gukesh, Ding Liren reflects on 2024 World Chess Championship defeat

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Ding Liren, who is facing accusations of deliberately losing to D Gukesh in the 2024 World Chess Championship, recently reflected on his defeat. Ding Liren has vehemently refuted the claims of him ‘deliberately’ losing to D Gukesh in the World Chess Championship 2024 which concluded last Thursday. Gukesh, 18, defeated Liren in Game 14 to clinch the World Chess Championship …

D Gukesh ticks another box, goes for bungee jumping in Singapore after World Chess Championship win
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D Gukesh ticks another box, goes for bungee jumping in Singapore after World Chess Championship win

Hindustan Times  

Fresh off becoming India’s newest sports superstar, Gukesh D is fresh off winning the FIDE World Chess Championship in a decisive and dramatic game 14 of the match against China’s Ding Liren. World chess champion Gukesh Dommaraju signs an autograph during a meet and greet session in Singapore after becoming world chess champion. Gukesh has quickly established himself as one …

Gukesh defends Ding on allegations of deliberate underperformance in final game of World Chess Championship
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Gukesh defends Ding on allegations of deliberate underperformance in final game of World Chess Championship

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D. Gukesh, the 18th and the youngest World Chess Champion, said that he will not participate at the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championship, scheduled to take place in New York later this month. READ | World Chess Champion Gukesh receives hero’s welcome in Chennai amid chaos and hysteria Along with his long-time trainer Poland’s Grzegorz Gajewski, Gukesh teamed up …

Gukesh D to face Magnus Carlsen in highly-anticipated clash next year; check full details on dates and tournament
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Gukesh D to face Magnus Carlsen in highly-anticipated clash next year; check full details on dates and tournament

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Gukesh Dommaraju, the youngest-ever World Chess Champion, will face off against the world’s highest-rated player, Magnus Carlsen, in what promises to be a high-octane clash at next year’s Norway Chess. Gukesh is set to face Magnus Carlsen next year At just 18 years old, Gukesh has had an extraordinary year, with milestones that include winning the prestigious Tata Steel Masters, …

World Chess Champion Gukesh receives hero’s welcome in Chennai amid chaos and hysteria
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World Chess Champion Gukesh receives hero’s welcome in Chennai amid chaos and hysteria

The Hindu  

The atmosphere was charged with anticipation at the T2 international arrival gate of the Chennai airport. The chess prodigy, who had etched his name in history as the youngest World Chess Champion after dethroning Ding Liren of China in a gruelling 14-game match in Singapore, was returning home to a hero’s welcome. But the long wait eventually proved worthwhile when …

Gukesh vs Carlsen: Norway Chess 2025 set to feature epic clash between new chess king and five-time world champion
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Gukesh vs Carlsen: Norway Chess 2025 set to feature epic clash between new chess king and five-time world champion

The Hindu  

Norway’s Magnus Carlsen, the world’s highest-rated player, will take on 18-year-old D. Gukesh, the youngest World Champion in history, at Norway Chess 2025. Gukesh made headlines on last Thursday when he defeated China’s Ding Liren, securing the World Championship title and bringing it back to India for the first time since Viswanathan Anand’s reign. The renowned tournament is set to …

D Gukesh, youngest world chess champion, arrives in Chennai to grand welcome
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D Gukesh, youngest world chess champion, arrives in Chennai to grand welcome

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With a match-clinching win in a decisive game 14 with the black pieces, Gukesh D won the FIDE World World Chess Championship in Singapore over China's Ding Liren to become the youngest champion in the history of chess’ ultimate tournament. Chennai: World's youngest Chess Champion Gukesh Dommaraju upon his arrival at the airport, in Chennai. Gukesh became India's second world …

Newly-crowned world chess champion D Gukesh receives warm reception on his arrival in Chennai; Watch
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Newly-crowned world chess champion D Gukesh receives warm reception on his arrival in Chennai; Watch

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D Gukesh arrived at the Chennai International Airport on Monday from Singapore, where he won a historic World Chess Championship title. Newly-crowned world chess champion D Gukesh received a warm reception on his return to India as the teenager landed at the Chennai airport on Monday. Gukesh had beaten China’s Ding Liren with a 7.5-6.5 scoreline to clinch the 2024 …

World Chess Champion D Gukesh returns to hero’s welcome in India: ‘Means a lot’
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World Chess Champion D Gukesh returns to hero’s welcome in India: ‘Means a lot’

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World Chess Champion Gukesh D returned to India on Monday, days after winning the 2024 FIDE World Championship in Singapore and becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion. The 18-year-old Gukesh defeated China's Ding Liren 7.5-6.5 in Singapore last week to become the youngest-ever world champion, overhauling Russia's Garry Kasparov's long-standing mark. During the match, the championship, which was tied at …

World Chess Championship 2024: The plan was to exhaust Ding Liren, explains Gukesh’s coach Gajewski
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World Chess Championship 2024: The plan was to exhaust Ding Liren, explains Gukesh’s coach Gajewski

The Hindu  

After D. Gukesh lost his 12th game in the World Chess Championship to Ding Liren, he made peace with himself. “He finally made his peace with the fact that his opponent is a World champion and he also wants to win.” He says he was not concerned after Gukesh’s defeat in the opening game. “In his regard, I am very …

D Gukesh vs Magnus Carlsen showdown in Norway Chess tournament in 2025
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D Gukesh vs Magnus Carlsen showdown in Norway Chess tournament in 2025

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The chess world is set for a blockbuster clash as reigning World Champion D Gukesh takes on Magnus Carlsen, the world's highest-rated player, at the Norway Chess tournament next year. D Gukesh vs Magnus Carlsen Reflecting on his upcoming challenge, Gukesh expressed his excitement: "I'm excited to face the strongest players in the world again in Norway, and also the …

Watch: D Gukesh keeps his promise, goes bungee jumping after world championship win
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Watch: D Gukesh keeps his promise, goes bungee jumping after world championship win

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Youngest-ever chess world champion D Gukesh kept his promise given to coach Grzegorz Gajewski and went bungee jumping in Singapore after his scintillating victory against China's Ding Liren in the Chess World Championship Final. Speaking after his world championship victory, Gukesh had said that while he was scared of heights, he was looking forward to jumping off a bridge in …

D Gukesh opens up on future after becoming chess world champion: 'Main goal I have had is being the best in the world'
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D Gukesh opens up on future after becoming chess world champion: 'Main goal I have had is being the best in the world'

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D Gukesh became the youngest world champion in the history of chess after defeating Chinese Grandmaster Ding Liren 7.5-6.5 in the FIDE World Championship in Singapore recently. D Gukesh was crowned the 18th FIDE world champion in Singapore last week after his victory over Ding Liren. FIDE D Gukesh fulfilled his dream of becoming a chess world champion with his …

FIDE slams claims of Liren losing World Chess Championship match to Gukesh on purpose: 'Every sportsman makes mistakes'
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FIDE slams claims of Liren losing World Chess Championship match to Gukesh on purpose: 'Every sportsman makes mistakes'

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FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich has rubbished claims that China’s Ding Liren lost the 2024 World Chess Championship match to India’s D Gukesh on purpose. The International Chess Federation President Arkady Dvorkovich has downplayed claims of China’s Ding Liren losing to India’s D Gukesh on purpose during the recently-concluded 2024 World Chess Championship match in Singapore. During Game 14 of the …

World Champion D Gukesh reveals mother's simple message that became his mantra
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World Champion D Gukesh reveals mother's simple message that became his mantra

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World Champion D Gukesh has revealed the simple message from his mother that he has made his mantra. Gukesh said that he values that message from his mother a lot and tries his best to be a better chess player and a person. "My mother still says: "I'll be very happy to hear that you are a great chess player, …

D Gukesh's trainer Grzegorz Gajewski heaps praise on Indian GM's level of awareness, reveals strategy to beat Ding Liren
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D Gukesh's trainer Grzegorz Gajewski heaps praise on Indian GM's level of awareness, reveals strategy to beat Ding Liren

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Polish GM Grzegorz Gajewski, Gukesh’s trainer for the past two years as well as his second, later revealed that the Indian Grandmaster was looking at areas of improvement on the day he defeated Ding to become the 18th chess world champion. D Gukesh fulfilled his lifelong dream of becoming the world champion in chess history after defeating China’s Ding Liren …

Russian Chess Federation asks for investigation against Ding's 'suspicious' defeat to Gukesh in World Chess Championship
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Russian Chess Federation asks for investigation against Ding's 'suspicious' defeat to Gukesh in World Chess Championship

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Russian Chess Federation Andrei Filatov has asked for investigation against Ding Liren’s ‘suspicious’ defeat against D Gukesh in Game 14 that allowed the Indian to become the youngest chess world champion of all time. Russian Chess Federation president Andrei Filatov has questioned the manner in which Ding Liren lost to D Gukesh in Game 14 of the World Chess Championship …

Ding Liren resorts to Bughouse chess to deal with hangover and heartbreak of losing world championship title to Gukesh
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Ding Liren resorts to Bughouse chess to deal with hangover and heartbreak of losing world championship title to Gukesh

Hindustan Times  

Ding Liren was spotted fiddling with water hyacinth hours after ceding his world championship title to India's D Gukesh, who became the youngest chess world champion at 18. China's grandmaster Ding Liren poses for a selfie during a meet and greet session after the World Chess Championship 2024 in Singapore The Indian Express reported that Ding was spotted playing the …

Gukesh on criticism from Carlsen and Kramnik: 'Matches are decided not purely by chess, but by who has better character'
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Gukesh on criticism from Carlsen and Kramnik: 'Matches are decided not purely by chess, but by who has better character'

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D Gukesh has played down the criticism from Magnus Carlsen and Vladimir Kramnik over the quality of play in World Chess Championship 2024. Image: FIDE New chess world champion D Gukesh of India has played down the criticism from former champions Magnus Carlsen and Vladimir Kramnik, who have constantly questioned the quality of the World Chess Championship 2024. Russian Grandmaster …

FIDE reacts to ‘deliberately lost’ allegations on Gukesh vs Ding World Championship final, counters Carlsen, Kramnik
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FIDE reacts to ‘deliberately lost’ allegations on Gukesh vs Ding World Championship final, counters Carlsen, Kramnik

Hindustan Times  

Amid heavy criticism from former World Champions over the quality of the D Guksh vs Ding Liren World Championship final in Singapore, International Chess Federation president Arkady Dvorkovich on Friday said mistakes in sports are part and parcel of the game and fingers should not be pointed at players of this calibre for an error in a high-pressure situation. Former …

D Gukesh responds to Magnus Carlsen’s criticism of World C’ship victory, remarks ‘And the pure chess part, it was…’
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D Gukesh responds to Magnus Carlsen’s criticism of World C’ship victory, remarks ‘And the pure chess part, it was…’

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh reigned supreme in Singapore, as he defeated defending champion Ding Liren at the World Chess Championship on Thursday. But it was downplayed by former world champion Vladimir Kramnik, who took to X, and called the match as the ‘end of chess as we know it’, expressing his displeasure with its quality. Meanwhile, Magnus Carlsen D Gukesh responds to …

World Champion D Gukesh reacts to Magnus Carlsen's criticism of Ding Liren match
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World Champion D Gukesh reacts to Magnus Carlsen's criticism of Ding Liren match

India Today  

World Champion D Gukesh has responded to the criticism from Magnus Carlsen about his final against Ding Liren in Singapore. A blunder from Liren in the final game saw Gukesh capitalise and secure the win and become the youngest chess World Champion in history. The Indian grandmaster said that while the quality may not have been high in some of …

Gukesh and Ding receive support from Kasparov, Anand amid criticism over World Chess Championship
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Gukesh and Ding receive support from Kasparov, Anand amid criticism over World Chess Championship

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While D Gukesh became the toast of the nation and was flooded with praise after his victory over Ding Liren, there were those such as former world champion Vladimir Kramnik who criticised the quality of the contest in Singapore. Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh made history on Thursday after defeating China’s Ding Liren in Game 14 of the FIDE World Chess …

D Gukesh crowned world chess champion by FIDE chief, draped in Indian flag during coronation
1 week, 4 days ago

D Gukesh crowned world chess champion by FIDE chief, draped in Indian flag during coronation

Hindustan Times  

Only 18-years-old, D Gukesh was coronated by FIDE as world chess champion on Friday. India's Gukesh Dommaraju celebrates with the World Chess Championship 2024 trophy. Thank you for this amazing fight.” Gukesh reigned supreme in the decisive 14th Game against defending champion Liren, in Singapore on Thursday. But a massive blunder by the Chinese Grandmaster in the 55th move sealed …

Gukesh savours coronation at 18 after dethroning Ding Liren at World Chess Championship
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Gukesh savours coronation at 18 after dethroning Ding Liren at World Chess Championship

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The Indian flag wrapped over his shoulders, D. Gukesh walked up to the stage. FIDE president Arkady Dvorkovich handed over the World Championship trophy to Gukesh. After thanking the organisers and the Singaporeans, he looked at Ding Liren, his opponent and the World chess champion till a day ago, and said, “I admire you, and thank you for this amazing …

D Gukesh officially crowned youngest chess world champion in Singapore a day after beating Ding Liren; watch video
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D Gukesh officially crowned youngest chess world champion in Singapore a day after beating Ding Liren; watch video

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Gukesh became the youngest world champion in chess history after defeating Ding Liren in Game 14 of the 2024 World Championship, winning the ‘Best of 14 Games’ series 7.5-6.5 as a result. Indian teen sensation D Gukesh was officially crowned the 18th chess world champion on Friday, a day after his sensational victory over Chinese Grandmaster Ding Liren in Game …

Newly-crowned world chess champion D Gukesh pays tribute to Ding Liren: 'Ding is the real world champion'
1 week, 4 days ago

Newly-crowned world chess champion D Gukesh pays tribute to Ding Liren: 'Ding is the real world champion'

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Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh paid tribute to his Chinese opponent Ding Liren after the former clinched his first-ever World Chess Championship title on Thursday. Gukesh defeated Liren 7.5-6.5 in the 2024 World Chess Championship match in Singapore on Thursday. D Gukesh wins 2024 World Chess Championship | Gukesh calls Liren a ’true champion’ Gukesh called Liren a “true champion”. Viswanathan …

Vladimir Kramnik on Ding Liren's blunder and D Gukesh's World Chess Championship win: 'End of chess as we know it'
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Vladimir Kramnik on Ding Liren's blunder and D Gukesh's World Chess Championship win: 'End of chess as we know it'

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Vladimir Kramnik criticised the standard of chess during the 2024 World Chess Championship match between India’s D Gukesh and China’s Ding Liren. Former world champion Vladimir Kramnik was far from impressed with the quality of chess that was played during the 2024 World Chess Championship match between India’s D Gukesh and China’s Ding Liren. Nevet yet WC title was decided …

Why Kramnik called Gukesh vs Ding World Championship final ‘the end of chess as we know it’
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Why Kramnik called Gukesh vs Ding World Championship final ‘the end of chess as we know it’

The Hindu  

Former world champion Vladimir Kramnik was left unimpressed by the quality of chess on show at the World Championship final in Singapore between D Gukesh and Ding Liren. The Russian grandmaster went as far as calling the final ‘the end of chess as we know it.’ Gukesh beat Ding to become the youngest World Champion in chess at the age …

How Gukesh became World Chess Champion: Recap of all 14 games
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How Gukesh became World Chess Champion: Recap of all 14 games

The Hindu  

India’s D Gukesh beat China’s Ding Liren in Singapore on Thursday to become the youngest World Chess Championship in history. Here’s how each day of the 14 day World Championship 2024 panned out: Game 1: After a difficult start playing with black, Ding Liren staged a turnaround. Game 8: A brave Gukesh denied the three-fold repetition for the second time …

Vidit Gujrathi on D Gukesh's World Chess Championship title win: 'Gukesh was ready to burn the bridges'
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Vidit Gujrathi on D Gukesh's World Chess Championship title win: 'Gukesh was ready to burn the bridges'

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India Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi credited D Gukesh’s “mental toughness” after the latter secured a historic World Chess Championship title by beating China’s Ding Liren in Singapore on Thursday. D Gukesh wins 2024 World Chess Championship | ‘He’s very strong mentally’: Vidit Gujrathi on D Gukesh Gukesh defeated Ding 7.5-6.5 in the 2024 World Championship match to become only the second …

Former World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen won’t be challenging Gukesh D in future, says ‘Its not going to be me’
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Former World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen won’t be challenging Gukesh D in future, says ‘Its not going to be me’

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A day after Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh became the youngest-ever world champion at 18 by defeating the reigning champion from China, Ding Liren, at the World Chess Championship 2024, former World Champion Magnus Carlsen confirmed that he won’t be challenging Gukesh D in the future, reported Indian Express. “It’s not going to be me,” IE quoted Carlsen as saying on …

D. Gukesh makes history as the Youngest World Chess Champion but father's heartwarming reaction takes the real prize!
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D. Gukesh makes history as the Youngest World Chess Champion but father's heartwarming reaction takes the real prize!

Hindustan Times  

Eighteen-year-old D. Gukesh has created history by becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion, joining the ranks of India's legendary Viswanathan Anand as only the second Indian to achieve this monumental honour. Gukesh's victory came after reigning champion Ding Liren of China made a crucial error on the 55th move, Rf2, in the final classical game of the match. Gukesh’s triumph …

D Gukesh wins 2024 World Chess Championship title: Complete list of winners till date
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D Gukesh wins 2024 World Chess Championship title: Complete list of winners till date

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India’s D Gukesh became the 18th world chess champion when he defeated China’s Ding Liren in the 2024 World Chess Championship match in Singapore on Thursday. Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh scaled new heights in his chess-playing career after he won the 2024 World Chess Championship in Singapore on Thursday. Gukesh defeated China’s Ding Liren with a 7.5-6.5 scoreline to become …

D Gukesh becomes chess world champion: Meet the members of his team who helped Indian GM make history
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D Gukesh becomes chess world champion: Meet the members of his team who helped Indian GM make history

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D Gukesh revealed the members of his team who played crucial roles in helping the Indian Grandmaster win the 2024 World Chess Championship. Image: FIDE Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh created history on Thursday after he became only the second GM from the country to win the World Chess Championship title. Prior to Gukesh, the only other Indian to win the …

D Gukesh emerges as a mental monster to make his boyhood dream come true and make India proud in chess
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D Gukesh emerges as a mental monster to make his boyhood dream come true and make India proud in chess

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Gukesh had dreamed of becoming the youngest champion in the sport at the tender age of 11. On Thursday, that dream finally came true after the 18-year-old defeated China’s Ding Liren 7.5-6.5 in the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship in Singapore. On Thursday, the boyhood dream would finally come true as Gukesh defeated Ding in the decisive 14th and final …

World Chess Championship 2024: Know how much prize money India’s D Gukesh and China’s Ding Liren win; see breakdown here
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World Chess Championship 2024: Know how much prize money India’s D Gukesh and China’s Ding Liren win; see breakdown here

Live Mint  

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh has become the youngest-ever world chess champion after defeating Ding Liren from China on Thursday at the World Chess Championship 2024 held in Singapore. The official X handle of FIDE declared, “Gukesh D is the YOUNGEST WORLD CHAMPION in history!” Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several other leaders congratulated Gukesh on this remarkable achievement. The total …

Ding Liren accused of losing world championship to Gukesh ‘deliberately’, Russian chess chief calls for investigation
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Ding Liren accused of losing world championship to Gukesh ‘deliberately’, Russian chess chief calls for investigation

Hindustan Times  

Russian Chess Federation president Andrei Filatov accused Ding Liren of China of deliberately losing the World Chess Championship final to India's D Gukesh. Filatov said Ding's blunder, which turned the last game in Gukesh's favour, caused "bewilderment among professionals and chess fans." India's D Gukesh, left, and China's Ding Liren during the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, in Singapore “The …

Russian chess federation head accuses Ding of losing on purpose against Gukesh in World Championship 2024
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Russian chess federation head accuses Ding of losing on purpose against Gukesh in World Championship 2024

The Hindu  

The president of the Chess Federation of Russia, Andrei Filatov, accused China’s Ding Liren of losing the World Chess Championship 2024 on purpose against India’s D.Gukesh on Thursday. Russian news agency TASS quoted Filatov as saying that the result raises questions and that the International Chess Federation should open an investigation. The defeat of the Chinese chess player in today’s …

Gukesh D cries in his father's arms after becoming youngest-ever world chess champ, has emotional call with mother
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Gukesh D cries in his father's arms after becoming youngest-ever world chess champ, has emotional call with mother

Hindustan Times  

18-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest-ever world chess champion in history on Thursday, defeating defending champ Ding Liren in the decisive 14th game of the World Chess Championship. After Liren resigned, the pair shook hands, as an emotional Gukesh put all the pieces back on the board, tears rolling down his cheeks. He then also hugged a team member and …

India TV Sports Wrap on December 13: Today's top 10 trending news stories
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India TV Sports Wrap on December 13: Today's top 10 trending news stories

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D Gukesh became the youngest ever to win the World Chess Championship on Thursday. Today's Top 10 Trending Sports News Stories D Gukesh wins World Chess Championship final D Gukesh defeated Ding Liren to win the World Chess Championship final in Singapore. D Gukesh becomes youngest World Chess Champion D Gukesh shattered Garry Kasparov's record to become the youngest to …

D Gukesh, youngest World Chess champion, earns whopping prize money as reward for remarkable feat
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D Gukesh, youngest World Chess champion, earns whopping prize money as reward for remarkable feat

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Gukesh Dommaraju rewrote history books on Thursday in Singapore when he defeated China's Ding Liren to become the youngest to claim the FIDE World Chess Championship. Gukesh is only the second Indian ever to win the FIDE World Chess Championship after the legendary Viswanathan Anand. World Chess Championship prize money breakdown The World Chess Championship in Singapore offered a total …

King in the making: Wise beyond his years, D Gukesh embarks on journey to greatness
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King in the making: Wise beyond his years, D Gukesh embarks on journey to greatness

India Today  

With his World Championship triumph on Thursday, D Gukesh announced his arrival in the big league, but it was his humility and persistence that truly stood out. #DingGukesh pic.twitter.com/CgzYBgeTfq — International Chess Federation December 12, 2024 As Gukesh sat across the board from Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship match, he couldn't help but think back to 2013, when …

Did Ding Liren lose World Championship on purpose? Russia demands FIDE probe
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Did Ding Liren lose World Championship on purpose? Russia demands FIDE probe

India Today  

By Siddharth Viswanathan: The aftermath of the 2024 World Chess Championship, which saw 18-year-old Indian prodigy D. Gukesh clinch the title, has taken a controversial turn as Andrei Filatov, the president of the Russian Chess Federation and an honorary member of FIDE, has alleged that Ding Liren deliberately lost the championship. The actions of the Chinese chess player in the …

Chennai to Singapore: Gukesh's triumph heralds a new golden age for Indian chess
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Chennai to Singapore: Gukesh's triumph heralds a new golden age for Indian chess

India Today  

By Siddharth Viswanathan A flight from Chennai to Singapore takes four hours, give or take. Back in Chennai, 2013, the dreams of a billion were shattered when Viswanathan Anand succumbed to Magnus Carlsen, ending his illustrious six-year reign as one of the best chess players in the world. Now, 11 years later, in Singapore, Gukesh beat Ding Liren in one …

Watch: D Gukesh's teary-eyed celebration after defeating Ding Liren and becoming chess world champion
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Watch: D Gukesh's teary-eyed celebration after defeating Ding Liren and becoming chess world champion

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D Gukesh became the youngest world champion in the history of chess and only the second Indian ever after Viswanathan Anand after his dramatic victory over Ding Liren in Game 14 of the FIDE World Chess Championship in Singapore on Thursday. Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh becomes emotional after defeating Ding Liren and becoming the youngest world champion in chess history. …

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