‘Home of Chess’ to nurture more grandmasters: CM Stalin
3 months, 1 week ago

‘Home of Chess’ to nurture more grandmasters: CM Stalin

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Chief Minister MK Stalin on Tuesday announced the establishment of a chess academy, Home of Chess, under the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu. The announcement was made during an event to felicitate D Gukesh, who became the youngest grandmaster to win the World Chess Championship. Stalin said, “This event is not only to congratulate Gukesh but also to encourage many young people to excel in sports.” The chief minister also highlighted various initiatives launched by the state to promote sports, including the Tamil Nadu Champions Foundation and the Kalaignar Sports Kit scheme for villages. “While the world praised the state for hosting the Chess Olympiad, we have also organised the International Women’s Tennis Tournament, Squash World Cup, Men’s Asian Hockey Champions Trophy and Surfing Championships among others,” he added.

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Chess world champion D Gukesh presented with CSK jersey by R Ashwin at Chepauk; watch video
1 week ago

Chess world champion D Gukesh presented with CSK jersey by R Ashwin at Chepauk; watch video

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Indian chess prodigy and world champion D Gukesh was honoured with a special Chennai Super Kings jersey by cricketer R Ashwin at the iconic Chepauk Stadium. Image: CSK One of the most popular cricket teams and five-time Indian Premier League champions, Chennai Super Kings on Friday honoured one of the city’s biggest stars – chess world champion D Gukesh. Five-time …

What's on priority list for D Gukesh in 2025? Chess world champion reveals: 'There are a lot of...'
1 week, 6 days ago

What's on priority list for D Gukesh in 2025? Chess world champion reveals: 'There are a lot of...'

Firstpost  

Indian grandmaster D Gukesh, the youngest-ever World Chess Champion, visited Tirumala Temple to offer prayers before an action-packed 2025. Having etched his name in history as the youngest-ever World Chess Champion, Indian grandmaster D Gukesh took a spiritual detour before setting his sights on an action-packed 2025. Gukesh’s crowning moment came last year when he dethroned Ding Liren to become …

D Gukesh reveals how Viswanathan Anand boosted Indian chess with a key COVID-19 move: 'It was a great moment'
2 weeks, 4 days ago

D Gukesh reveals how Viswanathan Anand boosted Indian chess with a key COVID-19 move: 'It was a great moment'

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World chess champion and Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh credits Viswanathan Anand for playing a crucial role in the sport’s rapid growth in India. He revealed how Anand’s key initiative during the COVID-19 pandemic helped young players develop and elevate Indian chess to new heights. Image: PTI Five-time chess world champion Viswanathan Anand has been the inspiration for almost all chess …

D Gukesh explains how Covid-19 fuelled India's chess revolution
2 weeks, 6 days ago

D Gukesh explains how Covid-19 fuelled India's chess revolution

India Today  

Indian World Chess Champion D Gukesh, speaking at the India Today Conclave in New Delhi on March 8, explained how the lockdown period during the Covid-19 pandemic played a crucial role in igniting a chess revolution in India. Speaking at the India Today Conclave at the Taj Palace in New Delhi on Saturday, Gukesh highlighted how he and his Indian …

Paddy Upton reveals ‘one small adjustment’ that helped D Gukesh become chess world champion
3 weeks ago

Paddy Upton reveals ‘one small adjustment’ that helped D Gukesh become chess world champion

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Mental conditioning coach Paddy Upton was part of D Gukesh’s team for the FIDE World Championship, where the 18-year-old defeated Chinese Grandmaster DIng Liren 7.5-6.5 to become the youngest world champion in chess history. D Gukesh became the youngest world champion in chess history after defeating Chinese Grandmaster Ding Liren 7.5-6.5 in the 2024 FIDE World Championship in Singapore. FIDE …

D Gukesh moves to career-best third spot on FIDE Ratings for March; R Praggnanandhaa back in top-10
3 weeks, 5 days ago

D Gukesh moves to career-best third spot on FIDE Ratings for March; R Praggnanandhaa back in top-10

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D Gukesh moved past Fabiano Caruana and compatriot Arjun Erigaisi to join world No 1 Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura in the top-three in the latest FIDE Ratings list while R Praggnanandhaa returned to the top-10 for the first time since July 2024. World champion D Gukesh and Tata Steel Chess winner R Praggnanandhaa have been among the gainers in …

World Champion D Gukesh climbs to career-high FIDE rating, Pragg back in Top 10
3 weeks, 6 days ago

World Champion D Gukesh climbs to career-high FIDE rating, Pragg back in Top 10

India Today  

India’s reigning world chess champion, D Gukesh, has ascended to a career-high No. In the Chess World Championship Final, Gukesh beat China's Ding Liren to be crowned as the youngest world champion in the classical format of the game. However, since winning the championship, Gukesh's form dipped slightly and the player lost in the Tata Steel Masters to Praggnanandhaa on …

Gukesh reflects on inferior results following World Championship victory, eyes Carlsen clash in Norway
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Gukesh reflects on inferior results following World Championship victory, eyes Carlsen clash in Norway

The Hindu  

It’s been more than two months since D. Gukesh became the youngest world chess champion. The 18-year-old youngest World champion sat through a nearly two-hour program, that had laser shows, dance and an appearance by Korean pop singer Aoora, organised by his alma mater, Velammal Nexus, here on Friday. After the world championship victory, the Chennai lad took part in …

D Gukesh's coach 'knows nothing about chess'; said 'youngsters don't have self-awareness' but mentored ‘world champ’
1 month ago

D Gukesh's coach 'knows nothing about chess'; said 'youngsters don't have self-awareness' but mentored ‘world champ’

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh became India’s second-ever world chess champion in history in December last year, with Viswanathan Anand having already won it five times. Gukesh defeated defending champion Ding Liren at the World Chess Championship in Singapore to achieve the feat and also became the youngest-ever to do so. But chess is the first time where I work with someone whose …

D Gukesh’s winning mentality analysed by chess legend Viswanathan Anand in massive claim: ‘If you’re his opponent, you…’
1 month ago

D Gukesh’s winning mentality analysed by chess legend Viswanathan Anand in massive claim: ‘If you’re his opponent, you…’

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh became the youngest-ever world chess champion in history in December last year. Viswanathan Anand on D Gukesh's winning mentality Speaking to Forbes India, Viswanathan Anand, who is also a five-time world champion, spoke about the India No. Gukesh and Anand are also India’s only two world chess champions. The chess legend added, “There’s a kind of consistency that …

D Gukesh reveals 'cool moment' when he first met Indian chess legend Viswanathan Anand
1 month ago

D Gukesh reveals 'cool moment' when he first met Indian chess legend Viswanathan Anand

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After meeting Viswanathan Anand at an early age, D Gukesh would go on to join five-time world champion and former No 1’s chess academy as one of its first pupils. Reigning world champion Gukesh Dommaraju opened up on the first time he met Indian chess legend Viswanathan Anand, whom he considers his idol and ‘Guru’. Gukesh is part of Indian’s …

Chinese chess star Wei Yi praises Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa's hunger to win, suggests change for classical tournaments
1 month, 1 week ago

Chinese chess star Wei Yi praises Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa's hunger to win, suggests change for classical tournaments

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Chinese chess grandmaster Wei Yi has lauded the fierce competitive spirit of India’s rising stars, Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa, praising their relentless hunger to win. 1 chess player Grandmaster Wei Yi has praised India’s D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa for their hunger to win matches even with black pieces. Wei Yi’s praise for the Indian duo came after Praggnanandhaa defeated Gukesh …

World champion D Gukesh opens up on FIDE vs Freestyle Chess controversy: 'Don't see it taking over...'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

World champion D Gukesh opens up on FIDE vs Freestyle Chess controversy: 'Don't see it taking over...'

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World champion D Gukesh feels that while he is glad to experiment the Chess960 format, it won’t take over classical chess. Gukesh is currently in Germany competing in the first leg of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour. World chess champion D Gukesh is currently competing in the much talked-about Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour which kickstarted in Weissenhaus, Germany …

Praggnanandhaa stuns Gukesh in playoffs after late drama to win Tata Steel Chess 2025
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Praggnanandhaa stuns Gukesh in playoffs after late drama to win Tata Steel Chess 2025

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The Tata Steel Chess 2025 Masters title was decided in playoffs after both joint leaders D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa lost their matches in Round 13 and were forced to participate in tiebreakers. Praggnanandhaa stunned chess world champions Gukesh in playoffs to clinch the Tata Steel Chess 2025 Masters title. R Praggnanandhaa stunned chess world champion D Gukesh in tiebreakers …

Chess rankings: D Gukesh is new World No 3 in live ratings; Arjun Erigaisi slips to sixth
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Chess rankings: D Gukesh is new World No 3 in live ratings; Arjun Erigaisi slips to sixth

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Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh has climbed to the World No 3 spot in the chess live rating rankings whereas Arjun Erigaisi has slipped to sixth place. D Gukesh has become the new World No 3 after an impressive run at the Tata Steel Chess tournament so far. Gukesh is currently leading the Masters section of the 2025 Tata Steel Chess …

D Gukesh secures another impressive win at Tata Steel Chess 2025 to stay at top and inch closer to 2800
1 month, 4 weeks ago

D Gukesh secures another impressive win at Tata Steel Chess 2025 to stay at top and inch closer to 2800

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D Gukesh stayed unbeaten in Tata Steel Chess 2025 as he defeated Max Warmerdam with black pieces for his fifth win and remained at the top of the standings after Round 10. This is Gukesh’s fifth win in Tata Steel Chess 2025, his first tournament since becoming the world chess champion, as he inches close to 2800 Elo rating points. …

Tata Steel Chess, Round 9: Gukesh becomes sole leader after beating fellow Indian Mendonca
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Tata Steel Chess, Round 9: Gukesh becomes sole leader after beating fellow Indian Mendonca

The Hindu  

World champion D. Gukesh continued to look in good touch on Tuesday as he beat compatriot Leon Luke Mendonca in the ninth round of the Tata Steel Chess Tournament in Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands. Gukesh, who became the youngest World chess champion in Singapore last month, beating Ding Liren in the final, secured his fourth win of the tournament in …

President Murmu praises India's show in Paralympics, chess ahead of Republic Day
2 months ago

President Murmu praises India's show in Paralympics, chess ahead of Republic Day

India Today  

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday asserted that India's increasing confidence is also getting reflected in the sports arena where the country's athletes have scripted "thrilling success stories". "Our increasing confidence levels as a nation are also reflected in the arena of sports and games where our players have scripted thrilling success stories. The chess players, on the other hand, have …

D Gukesh to make Olympics debut? FIDE chief drops staggering revelation: 'Working with the IOC to make sure…’
2 months, 1 week ago

D Gukesh to make Olympics debut? FIDE chief drops staggering revelation: 'Working with the IOC to make sure…’

Hindustan Times  

Recently, FIDE president Arkady Dvorkovich publicly announced in an interview that discussions are taking place with the International Olympic Committee to introduce chess in its Esport category for the Olympic Esports Games. Speaking to Chessbase India, the Russian politician said, “On our side, we are still working with the International Olympic Committee to make sure that chess is a part …

D Gukesh hopes for chess’ inclusion at Olympics, world champion says ’I’d love to see…especially if it’s in India’
2 months, 1 week ago

D Gukesh hopes for chess’ inclusion at Olympics, world champion says ’I’d love to see…especially if it’s in India’

Live Mint  

Chess world champion D Gukesh hoped to see the sport being the part of the Olympic programme 'especially if it's in India'. “I would love to see chess being part of the Olympics, especially if it's in India,” Gukesh said during the felicitation ceremony by All India Chess Federation on Thursday. D Gukesh receives Khel Ratna Gukesh was one of …

2024 in review — Gukesh and India dominate chess world in a golden year of success
2 months, 1 week ago

2024 in review — Gukesh and India dominate chess world in a golden year of success

The Hindu  

When Ding Liren moved his rook to the f2 square in the 14th and final game of the 2024 World Chess Championship, it might have appeared to be just another ordinary move from the reigning and 17th World champion. The 18-year-old Gukesh, who shattered Garry Kasparov’s long-standing record to become the youngest World chess champion, spearheaded Indian chess in 2024, …

I would love to see chess being part of the Olympics: Gukesh
2 months, 1 week ago

I would love to see chess being part of the Olympics: Gukesh

The Hindu  

Newly-crowned world chess champion D Gukesh is looking forward to the day when the sport will become a part of the Olympic curriculum, which, he said, would take it to an altogether different level not just in India but across the world. The 18-year-old, who defeated China’s Ding Liren in Singapore recently to become the world champion, added during a …

D Gukesh set to make comeback in Wimbledon of chess, looks to replicate Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen’s success
2 months, 1 week ago

D Gukesh set to make comeback in Wimbledon of chess, looks to replicate Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen’s success

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh scripted history last year, when he became the youngest-ever world chess champion in history. Gukesh became the second Indian to bag such a feat, after Viswanathan Anand, who has won the World C’ship five times. D Gukesh will look to add his name to a list consisting of the likes of Magnus Carlsen and Viswanathan Anand. The tournament …

Gukesh to make comeback at Tata Steel Chess 2025: Why Wijk aan Zee event is called 'Wimbledon' of chess
2 months, 1 week ago

Gukesh to make comeback at Tata Steel Chess 2025: Why Wijk aan Zee event is called 'Wimbledon' of chess

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The Tata Steel Chess, which will be Gukesh Dommaraju’s first event since being crowned world champion in Singapore, gets underway in the Dutch town of Wijk aan Zee on Friday. China's Wei Yi and India's D Gukesh had finished first and second respectively in the Masters section of the 2024 Tata Steel Chess Tournament in Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands. Image …

D Gukesh backs chess to be part of Olympics: Will take the game to next level
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2 months, 1 week ago

D Gukesh backs chess to be part of Olympics: Will take the game to next level

India Today  

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh has voiced his strong support for chess to be included in the Olympic Games, highlighting how such a move would elevate the game to new heights. Gukesh, who is widely regarded as one of the brightest talents in the world of chess, expressed his enthusiasm for the sport’s growing popularity and its potential future in …

Viswanathan Anand shows off dance skills with D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, Vidit Gujrathi; see video
2 months, 1 week ago

Viswanathan Anand shows off dance skills with D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, Vidit Gujrathi; see video

Firstpost  

Five-time world champion Anand hosted reigning world champion Gukesh along with a host of other chess stars for Pongal breakfast at his Chennai residence recently. The legendary Viswanathan Anand as well as current superstars D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa and Vidit Gujrathi are primarily known for their exploits on a chess board more than anything else. Gukesh, who had recently become …

D Gukesh could have trophy named after him as Tamil Nadu chess body plans felicitation tournament for world champion
2 months, 2 weeks ago

D Gukesh could have trophy named after him as Tamil Nadu chess body plans felicitation tournament for world champion

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Tamil Nadu State Chess Association president M Manickam however, added that they would be seeking D Gukesh’s permission first before naming the winner’s trophy for a proposed event after him. It’s been a month since Gukesh Dommaraju was crowned the youngest champion in chess history after defeating Chinese Grandmaster Ding Liren 7.5-6.5. According to Sportstar, the Tamil Nadu State Chess …

World chess champion Gukesh looks up to Carlsen, Hikaru and other top players as motivation: 'This is the beauty of competition'
2 months, 2 weeks ago

World chess champion Gukesh looks up to Carlsen, Hikaru and other top players as motivation: 'This is the beauty of competition'

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D Gukesh has finally realised his childhood dream of winning the World Chess Championship title but he aims to keep going and winning more titles. ‘A very special achievement for me’: Gukesh on winning World Chess Championship title Gukesh had qualified for the World Championship match against then defending champion Ding by winning the 2024 Candidates tournament in Toronto. Going …

Tamil Nadu State Chess Association plans felicitation tournament for Gukesh, proposes to name trophy after World champion
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Tamil Nadu State Chess Association plans felicitation tournament for Gukesh, proposes to name trophy after World champion

The Hindu  

The Tamil Nadu State Chess Association president M. Manickam on Thursday said that the Association has planned to felicitate the youngest World chess champion D. Gukesh in February. He added that the aim was to encourage and motivate young chess players across Tamil Nadu. We’ll use Gukesh as a mascot for the tournament,” he said on the sidelines of the …

D Gukesh could have beaten me but offered a draw, recalls Singaporean GM Siddharth Jagadeesh
2 months, 2 weeks ago

D Gukesh could have beaten me but offered a draw, recalls Singaporean GM Siddharth Jagadeesh

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Siddharth, Singapore’s youngest Grandmaster, opened up on his showdown against the reigning chess world champion in an U-9 Asian Championship match in which Gukesh chose to clinch the title with a draw despite being in a winning position. D Gukesh became the youngest world champion in chess history after defeating Chinese Grandmaster Ding Liren 7.5-6.5 in the 2024 FIDE World …

Want to second a World champion? ‘Put aside your personal preferences and get into the player’s shoes,’ says P. Harikrishna
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Want to second a World champion? ‘Put aside your personal preferences and get into the player’s shoes,’ says P. Harikrishna

The Hindu  

There is a common factor between the men’s and women’s reigning World chess champions: P. Harikrishna worked as a second to both D. Gukesh and Ju Wenjun. Ju retained the women’s title back in 2023, while Gukesh became the youngest World champion in history, at 18, dethroning Ding Liren last month in Singapore. Harikrishna, who played a significant role in …

D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi in top-five in latest FIDE chess rankings; Koneru Humpy leads India’s women contingent
2 months, 3 weeks ago

D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi in top-five in latest FIDE chess rankings; Koneru Humpy leads India’s women contingent

Hindustan Times  

2024 was an action-packed year for India in chess as D Gukesh reigned supreme to clinch the World Chess Championship in Singapore. In the latest FIDE rankings, which were released on Wednesday, Gukesh remains in fifth position, behind Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi, who is fourth with a rating of 2801. Magnus Carlsen remains as the leader in the FIDE rankings …

2024 Year in Sport, Chess: Gukesh’s glory, Arjun’s ascent, Humpy’s triumph — A golden year for Indian chess
2 months, 3 weeks ago

2024 Year in Sport, Chess: Gukesh’s glory, Arjun’s ascent, Humpy’s triumph — A golden year for Indian chess

The Hindu  

Indian chess shone brightly in 2024, marking a historic year of unparalleled achievements. World Junior Chess Championship 2024: Divya Deshmukh wins Girls’ title; Nogerbek wins in Open section Champions Divya Deshmukh and Kazybek Nogerbek alongside Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel. Singapore to host 2024 World Championship between Gukesh and Ding Singapore was announced as the host by the International Chess …

‘Prodigies like him are inspiring...’: Gautam Adani shares moments with World Chess Champion D Gukesh
2 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Prodigies like him are inspiring...’: Gautam Adani shares moments with World Chess Champion D Gukesh

Live Mint  

Billionaire Gautam Adani, Founder and Chairman of Adani Group, shared a few moments with World Chess Champion D Gukesh. “It was an absolute privilege to meet and hear the victory story of reigning World Chess Champion @DGukesh,” said Adani in his post on X. The 18-year-old chess grandmaster became the youngest-ever world champion after defeating China's Ding Liren on December …

Tata Steel Chess 2025: Gukesh looking forward to playing duo that helped him become World champion
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Tata Steel Chess 2025: Gukesh looking forward to playing duo that helped him become World champion

The Hindu  

After his historic triumph at the World chess championship in Singapore a fortnight ago, D. Gukesh is looking forward to his next event. The Tata Steel tournament at Wijk aan Zee in the Netherlands, starting on January 17, will present an interesting challenge for him -- he will face off with two men who helped him win the World title. …

PM Narendra Modi hails D Gukesh as an embodiment of 'calmness and humility' after meeting chess world champion
2 months, 3 weeks ago

PM Narendra Modi hails D Gukesh as an embodiment of 'calmness and humility' after meeting chess world champion

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D Gukesh, who became the youngest world champion in chess history in Singapore earlier this month, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Saturday. D Gukesh gifted Prime Minister Narendra Modi the chess board that was used in the World Championship recently, and was signed by him as well as his opponent Ding Liren. Image credit: X/@narendramodi Prime …

Gukesh’s chief trainer names unknown chess player for key role in World C’ship win: ‘Not highly-rated right now, but…’
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Gukesh’s chief trainer names unknown chess player for key role in World C’ship win: ‘Not highly-rated right now, but…’

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh scripted history at the World Chess Championship in Singapore recently, defeating defending champion Ding Liren in the decisive fourteenth game. Grzegorz Gajewski names unknown chess star who helped D Gukesh Speaking to ChessBase.com, Gukesh’s chief trainer Grzegorz Gajewski made a key revelation during an interview. Explaining his role and of his team members, Gajewski named an unknown chess …

PM Modi meets youngest chess world champion Gukesh D, receives original chessboard from his victorious game
3 months ago

PM Modi meets youngest chess world champion Gukesh D, receives original chessboard from his victorious game

India TV News  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met newly-crowned chess world champion Gukesh D. Modi shared pictures of his meet-up with Gukesh. Gukesh had become the youngest world chess champion after beating Liren in the 14-game clash. Playing with black in the 14th and final game of the Chess World Championship, Gukesh outclassed China's Liren in a marathon game. Gukesh was in tears …

PM Narendra Modi meets D Gukesh, receives signed chess board from world champion
3 months ago

PM Narendra Modi meets D Gukesh, receives signed chess board from world champion

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently met India’s chess prodigy D Gukesh after his historic triumph at the World Chess Championship. During their conversation, the Prime Minister recalled a viral video of an 11-year-old Gukesh expressing his dream of becoming the youngest chess champion. PM Modi meets D Gukesh Had an excellent interaction with chess champion and India’s pride, @DGukesh! Gukesh's …

D Gukesh: After a dream 2024, youngest chess world champion faces a tough 2025
3 months ago

D Gukesh: After a dream 2024, youngest chess world champion faces a tough 2025

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Gukesh is currently enjoying a well-deserved break in Chennai, having received a hero’s welcome after his World Championship triumph. Dommaraju Gukesh has come a long way since he first dreamt of becoming the youngest chess world champion at the tender age of 11, with the Chennai lad going on to fulfill that dream seven years later at the FIDE World …

D Gukesh meets superstar Rajinikanth after becoming youngest chess world champion; see pictures
3 months ago

D Gukesh meets superstar Rajinikanth after becoming youngest chess world champion; see pictures

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Gukesh, who defeated Ding Liren in the FIDE World Chess Championship in Singapore, received a shawl along with a copy of Autobiography of a Yogi from the legendary actor. Dommaraju Gukesh has been on top of the world ever since his emotional triumph in the FIDE World Chess Championship in Singapore earlier this month. It wasn’t just Rajinikanth Gukesh caught …

D Gukesh aims to reach full potential after World Chess Championship win: 'I still have a long way to go'
3 months ago

D Gukesh aims to reach full potential after World Chess Championship win: 'I still have a long way to go'

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Dommaraju Gukesh knows that there is still a long way to go in order to reach the highest level of professional chess despite beating China’s Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship match. Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh celebrates after being crowned the youngest chess world champion ever at the end of Game 14 of the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship …

D Gukesh: If I can inspire people to take up chess or play a small part in its growth, that’s something I’m proud of
3 months ago

D Gukesh: If I can inspire people to take up chess or play a small part in its growth, that’s something I’m proud of

Hindustan Times  

At just 18, Gukesh Dommaraju has made history as the youngest-ever World Chess Champion, defeating reigning champion Ding Liren in the decisive 14th game in Singapore. “When I realized I was winning, I felt great and quite excited,” Gukesh said, recalling the winning moment. If I can inspire people to take up chess or play a small part in its …

D Gukesh beats Magnus Carlsen’s record, but coach says he’ll ‘never’ play like him: Here’s Why
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3 months ago

D Gukesh beats Magnus Carlsen’s record, but coach says he’ll ‘never’ play like him: Here’s Why

Live Mint  

Gukesh will ‘never be a player like Magnus Carlsen’, the Indian grandmaster's chief trainer Grzegorz Gajewski said after the 18 year old won the world chess championship. Gukesh's Historic Win Chess prodigy D Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest-ever world chess champion at just 18 years old. Gajewski's Analysis Following Gukesh's historic win, his chief trainer, Grzegorz Gajewski, shared insights into …

D Gukesh’s father names Indian Grandmaster for ‘big role’ in World Chess C’ship win: 'He invited to his home after...'
3 months ago

D Gukesh’s father names Indian Grandmaster for ‘big role’ in World Chess C’ship win: 'He invited to his home after...'

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh is now a name synonymous with India, after the 18-year-old scripted history by becoming the youngest-ever world chess champion. The Indian Grandmaster defeated defending champion Ding Liren at the World Chess Championship in Singapore recently, qualifying for the showdown after winning the Candidates Tournament. Which senior Indian Grandmaster played a ‘big role’ in D Gukesh's World Championship victory? …

Another indirect dig thrown at D Gukesh? Chess legend echoes Carlsen’s criticism: ‘Don’t want to see weaker players…’
3 months ago

Another indirect dig thrown at D Gukesh? Chess legend echoes Carlsen’s criticism: ‘Don’t want to see weaker players…’

Hindustan Times  

Only 18-years-old, Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh recently became the youngest-ever world chess champion in history. Carlsen downplayed Gukesh’s win and went on to call classical chess the ‘worst way’ to decide the best player in the world. Chess legend supports Magnus Carlsen's sentiments Speaking in a podcast on the Take Take Take app, Aronian explained that if a player with …

'It was a huge risk...': D Gukesh's mother opens up about pulling him out of school after Class 5
3 months ago

'It was a huge risk...': D Gukesh's mother opens up about pulling him out of school after Class 5

Hindustan Times  

The remarkable journey of D Gukesh, crowned champion at the recent World Chess Championship, has drawn admiration worldwide. In an interview with ChessBase India, Gukesh's mother shared insights into their unconventional decisions and her son’s relentless drive to excel in chess. {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} 'Huge risk to stop sending him to school,' says Padma Kumari {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} Padma Kumari …

'It was a huge risk...': D Gukesh's mother opens up about pulling him out of school after Class 5
3 months ago

'It was a huge risk...': D Gukesh's mother opens up about pulling him out of school after Class 5

Hindustan Times  

The remarkable journey of D Gukesh, crowned champion at the recent World Chess Championship, has drawn admiration worldwide. In an interview with ChessBase India, Gukesh's mother shared insights into their unconventional decisions and her son’s relentless drive to excel in chess. 'Huge risk to stop sending him to school,' says Padma Kumari Padma Kumari revealed the bold decision she and …

Gukesh’s World chess championship title is triumph of the system
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3 months, 1 week ago

Gukesh’s World chess championship title is triumph of the system

The Hindu  

The last seven minutes tell us a lot. “Gukesh’s face told me I had made a blunder,” Ding was to say later. In an interview to Straits Times he had said that those born after 2000, “play fearlessly and are willing to try strategies previous generations might not have.” Fearlessness is an important element in any champion’s make-up. His father …

Viswanathan Anand predicts possibility of all-India D Gukesh vs Arjun Erigaisi World Chess Championship face-off
3 months, 1 week ago

Viswanathan Anand predicts possibility of all-India D Gukesh vs Arjun Erigaisi World Chess Championship face-off

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh scripted history recently, becoming the youngest-ever world chess champion at the age of 18. The Indian grandmaster achieved the feat by defeating defending champion Ding Liren at the World Chess Championship in Singapore. D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi after the latter won the final round match against GM Jan Subelj of Slovenia at the 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad, …

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