‘Money isn’t the reason I play chess,’ says Gukesh after becoming new “multi-millionaire”
3 weeks, 5 days ago

‘Money isn’t the reason I play chess,’ says Gukesh after becoming new “multi-millionaire”

The Hindu  

When India’s D. Gukesh was busy making history in Singapore, the youngest and newest World Champion’s bank account was filling up with 11.3 crore, which he will receive from FIDE as prize money for defeating China’s Ding Liren in the final. Although the “multi-millionaire” tag does “mean a lot” to the Chennai Grandmaster, the 18th World Champion doesn’t play the game for material gains. “Personally, money isn’t the reason I play chess,” Gukesh said in an interview with FIDE. “She still says, I will be happy to know that you are a great chess player but I would be happier to hear that you are a greater person,” Gukesh said.

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D Gukesh reveals how he plans to spend Rs 11.45 crore world championship prize
3 weeks, 3 days ago

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 …

How D Gukesh will end up paying more taxes than MS Dhoni's IPL salary after World Championship triumph
3 weeks, 4 days ago

How D Gukesh will end up paying more taxes than MS Dhoni's IPL salary after World Championship triumph

Firstpost  

D Gukesh earned a whopping US$1.3 million, or Rs 11.45 crore, after being crowned the youngest chess world champion in Singapore last week. Having won US$ 200,000 for each of his three victories in the ‘Best of 14 Games’ series to decide the champion, and the rest of the prize money getting equally split between the two players, Gukesh ended …

D Gukesh on becoming a millionaire after World Championship triumph: 'Money isn't the reason I play chess'
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

D Gukesh on becoming a millionaire after World Championship triumph: 'Money isn't the reason I play chess'

Firstpost  

Gukesh earned a whopping US$1.35 million, or Rs 11.45 crore, after defeating China’s Ding Liren to become the youngest chess world champion of all time. D Gukesh became richer by US$1.3 million, or Rs 11.45 crore, after becoming the 18th FIDE World Chess Champion following his victory over Ding Liren in Singapore last week. Gukesh, however, insists he doesn’t play …

D Gukesh returns to India as multi-millionaire, but hefty 42% income tax on prize money awaits world chess champion
3 weeks, 4 days ago

D Gukesh returns to India as multi-millionaire, but hefty 42% income tax on prize money awaits world chess champion

Live Mint  

India's newly crowned World champion, Gukesh Dommaraju, returned to India on Monday. However, the young chess grandmaster will also have to pay a hefty tax on his prize money. Mint reported earlier that the remaining $1.5 million was equally divided between Gukesh and Ding, bringing Gukesh's total prize money to ₹11.34 crore. The Indian chess player is likely to pay …

D Gukesh to pay more income tax than MS Dhoni’s IPL salary; check how much youngest chess world champion will pay
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

D Gukesh to pay more income tax than MS Dhoni’s IPL salary; check how much youngest chess world champion will pay

Live Mint  

The crown of a world champion comes with a price. D Gukesh's triumph at the World Chess Championship 2024 recently in Singapore brings a heavy tax burden on the youngster as the 18th-year-old will approximately pay a tax of ₹4.67 crore - which is more than his idol MS Dhoni's current Indian Premier League salary at the Chennai Super Kings. …

D Gukesh reveals life lessons from his mother: 'Would be happier to hear that you are an even greater person'
3 weeks, 5 days ago

D Gukesh reveals life lessons from his mother: 'Would be happier to hear that you are an even greater person'

Firstpost  

Gukesh also credited his parents for the sacrifices they made in order to support his dreams of becoming a chess player after becoming the youngest world champion in the sport’s history on Thursday. Gukesh had his father Rajinikanth by his side when he defeated Chinese Grandmaster Ding Liren 7.5-6.5 in the FIDE World Chess Championship, becoming the 18th world champion …

World Champion Gukesh on being new multi-millionaire: I don't play chess for money
3 weeks, 6 days ago

World Champion Gukesh on being new multi-millionaire: I don't play chess for money

India Today  

The "multi-millionaire" tag does "mean a lot" to the new world champion, D Gukesh, but he insists he doesn't play the game for material gains. "For me, my parents are everything," Gukesh said, acknowledging his father's role as his manager and his mother's unwavering emotional and spiritual support. "She always reminds me that while it's great to be a great …

D Gukesh gets Elon Musk appreciation after 18-year-old Indian becomes youngest world chess champion
4 weeks ago

D Gukesh gets Elon Musk appreciation after 18-year-old Indian becomes youngest world chess champion

Live Mint  

D Gukesh recieved a congratulatory message from billionaire Elon Musk after the Indian became the youngest world chess champion at the age of 18 on Thursday. Commenting on Gukesh's post on X, Elon Musk said “congratulations.” Earlier, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Friday announced a cash prize of ₹5 crore to for Gukesh. "To honour the monumental achievement …

How much did 19-year-old Gukesh win in prize money after World championship victory?
4 weeks, 1 day ago

How much did 19-year-old Gukesh win in prize money after World championship victory?

Deccan Chronicle  

India prodigy Grand Master D Gukesh made history as he emerged victorious in the 14th and final match of the World Chess Championship on Thursday. Moreover, Gukesh became only the second Indian to win the World championship title, following his mentor Vishwanathan Anand, who achieved the feat five times. Prize Money: In the World Chess Championship 2024, each classical game …

How much did 18-year-old Gukesh win in prize money after World championship victory?
4 weeks, 1 day ago

How much did 18-year-old Gukesh win in prize money after World championship victory?

Deccan Chronicle  

India prodigy Grand Master D Gukesh made history as he emerged victorious in the 14th and final match of the World Chess Championship on Thursday. Moreover, Gukesh became only the second Indian to win the World championship title, following his mentor Vishwanathan Anand, who achieved the feat five times. Prize Money: In the World Chess Championship 2024, each classical game …

D Gukesh, youngest World Chess champion, earns whopping prize money as reward for remarkable feat
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

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

India TV News  

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 …

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