Gukesh is living his dream, and Chennai is loving it!
4 days, 8 hours ago

Gukesh is living his dream, and Chennai is loving it!

The Hindu  

The atmosphere at the T2 international arrival gate of Chennai Airport was charged with anticipation. Gukesh made a grand entry, adorned with a crown, a massive garland, and wrapped in the Indian flag, proudly holding the gleaming World championship trophy. Amid the pandemonium, one striking image stood out: Gukesh’s father, Dr Rajnikanth, desperately trying to assist his son but unable to navigate the commotion. She added, “Today, we celebrate one Gukesh, but I hope to see many more ‘Gukeshs’ in the future. From here, I plan to travel across Tamil Nadu,” shared Rahul, whose journey paralleled Gukesh’s World championship campaign.

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Gukesh’s World chess championship title is triumph of the system
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2 days, 11 hours 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 …

Gukesh tries to be objective, which is not very usual for Indian chess players: Grzegorz Gajewski
2 days, 23 hours ago

Gukesh tries to be objective, which is not very usual for Indian chess players: Grzegorz Gajewski

The Hindu  

Grzegorz Gajewski commands respect as a coach. His ward D. Gukesh, at 18, became the youngest World chess champion recently. The Hindu caught up with the Polish Grandmaster, who has also worked with Gukesh’s mentor Viswanathan Anand, for a lengthy interview at Sentosa, the small island off the southern coast of mainland Singapore that hosted the World Championship. Anish Giri …

Youngest Grandmaster Gukesh's historic win ushers new era of chess interest in India
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4 days, 17 hours ago

Youngest Grandmaster Gukesh's historic win ushers new era of chess interest in India

India Today  

India is abuzz with pride and excitement following the historic victory of 18-year-old D Gukesh, who has become the youngest ever to win the World Chess Championship. “I wasn’t into chess before, but seeing Gukesh’s victory inspired me and my friends,” one young player said. “It will make them feel proud that an Indian can achieve something like this and …

Indians weigh in on Chess Champion D Gukesh's historic win
4 days, 17 hours ago

Indians weigh in on Chess Champion D Gukesh's historic win

India Today  

2024 Chess Champion 'D Gukesh' Wins 11 Crore Prize Money : In this special episode of Your Take, Gukesh Dommaraju, India’s chess champion, returned home after winning the 2024 FIDE World Championship. we celebrate India's prodigious chess talent as D. Gukesh makes history by clinching the World Chess Championship title! 2024 Chess Champion 'D Gukesh' Wins 11 Crore Prize Money …

MK Stalin felicitates Gukesh, announces to set up Home of Chess Academy
5 days, 12 hours ago

MK Stalin felicitates Gukesh, announces to set up Home of Chess Academy

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: D Gukesh, the world’s youngest chess champion, was honored by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin at a grand event organized by the state government on Tuesday. The Chief Minister presented Gukesh with a cheque for ₹5 crore and a shawl, while announcing the establishment of a “Home of Chess Academy” to nurture chess talent in Tamil Nadu. …

Tamil Nadu MP writes to PM Modi, seeks tax waiver on Gukesh's cash prize
5 days, 17 hours ago

Tamil Nadu MP writes to PM Modi, seeks tax waiver on Gukesh's cash prize

India Today  

Tamil Nadu Congress MP R Sudha has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, urging a tax waiver on the prize money won by newly crowned World Chess Champion Dommaraju Gukesh. Sudha emphasised that precedent exists for such waivers, citing instances during Congress governments when sports icons like Sachin Tendulkar and Ravi Shastri received exemptions …

D Gukesh reveals how he plans to spend Rs 11.45 crore world championship prize
5 days, 17 hours 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 …

World chess champion Gukesh honoured by the TN CM Stalin, receives INR 5 CR cash reward after grand procession in Chennai
5 days, 22 hours ago

World chess champion Gukesh honoured by the TN CM Stalin, receives INR 5 CR cash reward after grand procession in Chennai

The Hindu  

Newly crowned World chess champion D. Gukesh was felicitated at a grand function organised by the State Government and awarded a cheque for ₹5 crore by the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Dedication “So I want the youngsters of this state to look at Gukesh’s hard work, dedication, and single-minded focus on the task and take inspiration from him,” said …

Gukesh says Chennai 'one of the best cities in world of chess' as world champion felicitated by Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
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6 days ago

Gukesh says Chennai 'one of the best cities in world of chess' as world champion felicitated by Tamil Nadu CM Stalin

Firstpost  

Gukesh received a cheque of Rs 5 crore from CM Stalin at the felicitation event that took place a day after he returned to his hometown of Chennai and five days after his triumph over Ding Liren in the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship. D Gukesh, the 18th chess world champion, is felicitated by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin …

Gukesh keeps his promise, goes bungee jumping to celebrate World Chess Championship win | WATCH
6 days, 12 hours ago

Gukesh keeps his promise, goes bungee jumping to celebrate World Chess Championship win | WATCH

Firstpost  

Gukesh revealed after winning the 2024 World Chess Championship that he had promised his trainer he would go bungee jumping if he won. D Gukesh kept his promise and went bungee jumping at Skypark Sentosa in Singapore after winning the 2024 World Chess Championship. Following his historic victory, Gukesh, who admitted to being “scared of heights,” revealed that he had …

D Gukesh ticks another box, goes for bungee jumping in Singapore after World Chess Championship win
6 days, 12 hours ago

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 was in a great space during World Chess Championship 2024, says Paddy Upton
6 days, 13 hours ago

Gukesh was in a great space during World Chess Championship 2024, says Paddy Upton

The Hindu  

Paddy Upton is no stranger to India. One of the most sought-after mental coaches in international sport, Upton helped India win the cricket World Cup in 2011 and then the men’s hockey bronze medal at the Paris Olympics this year and has also worked with Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League. “I decided to fly here because I really …

D Gukesh's heartfelt message to Viswanathan Anand: Inspiration from start
6 days, 17 hours ago

D Gukesh's heartfelt message to Viswanathan Anand: Inspiration from start

India Today  

World Champion D Gukesh sent a hearfelt message to Viswanathan Anand after returnig home from his incredible win over Ding Liren in Singapore. The World Champion hailed Anand as his inspiration from the start and said he learnt a lot from him while discussing chess. Inspiration from the start, joined waca, helped with Gaju and learnt a lot discussing Chess …

World Champion D Gukesh felicitated, special mention to chess capital Chennai
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6 days, 17 hours ago

World Champion D Gukesh felicitated, special mention to chess capital Chennai

India Today  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin honoured India's newly-crowned Chess World Champion, Gukesh Dommaraju, in a felicitation ceremony and presented him with a cheque for Rs 5 crore in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin and chess legend Viswanathan Anand. Gukesh expressed heartfelt gratitude during a public address, highlighting the pivotal role of India's chess capital Chennai and …

Gukesh's historic World Chess Championship win offers a life lesson for us all
6 days, 18 hours ago

Gukesh's historic World Chess Championship win offers a life lesson for us all

Firstpost  

D Gukesh’s triumph at the World Chess Championship 2024 is not just a historic milestone but also a profound testament to the power of determination and focus. At just 18, Gukesh had embodied the English expression “poker face” throughout most of the 2024 World Chess Championship. World Chess Champions from 🇮🇳 ▪️V Anand ▪️V Anand ▪️V Anand ▪️V Anand ▪️V …

D Gukesh: India’s new chess king returns home
1 week ago

D Gukesh: India’s new chess king returns home

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: “Peeche chalo, peeche chalo,”, the security official outside the Chennai International Airport arrival terminal kept shouting on Monday morning. India’s new world chess champion D Gukesh arrives in Chennai to a warm welcome at the airport on Monday. That wait ended last Thursday when Gukesh beat China’s Ding Liren in the World Championship Match in Singapore, becoming the youngest …

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

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

The Hindu  

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 …

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

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 …

Indian chess king Gukesh returns to hero's welcome
1 week ago

Indian chess king Gukesh returns to hero's welcome

Raw Story  

India's chess star Gukesh Dommaraju returned to a hero's welcome in his home city on Monday after becoming the youngest world champion aged only 18. Hundreds of fans crowded the arrivals area of Chennai airport, cheering alongside banks of television cameras as Gukesh made his way out of the airport after victory in taking the World Chess Championship title. Gukesh …

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

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

Hindustan Times  

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 …

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

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

India Today  

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 …

Hero's welcome for D Gukesh: Thousands greet world chess champion in Chennai
1 week ago

Hero's welcome for D Gukesh: Thousands greet world chess champion in Chennai

India Today  

Thousands of fans gathered at Chennai airport on Monday morning to welcome Gukesh Dommaraju, who returned home from Singapore after winning the World Chess Championship crown. pic.twitter.com/iuFXDiLcjx — ANI December 16, 2024 As Gukesh exited the airport, he was garlanded and surrounded by thousands of fans eager to catch a glimpse of the newly crowned World Chess Champion. The celebration …

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

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

Firstpost  

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 …

D Gukesh reveals life lessons from his mother: 'Would be happier to hear that you are an even greater person'
1 week, 1 day 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 …

Companies queue up to advertise with youngest-ever world chess champion Gukesh
1 week, 1 day ago

Companies queue up to advertise with youngest-ever world chess champion Gukesh

Live Mint  

As the news poured in from Singapore, marketers had found a new mascot. The chess champion, whose fabulous feat sparked a veritable ownership battle between Tamil Nadu, where he was born, and Andhra Pradesh where his family hails from, is expected to charge anywhere between ₹70 lakh to ₹1 crore per year per endorsement, at least two people in the …

Gukesh win will inspire many Indian kids to play professionally: AICF
1 week, 2 days ago

Gukesh win will inspire many Indian kids to play professionally: AICF

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru:Indian chess is blazing a trail – with a double Olympiad sweep and now an 18-year-old world champion in the same year. “This is Chess 2.0 for India,” All India Chess Federation president Nitin Narang told HT. It is going to lay the foundation for the next generation of chess players to come into the sport.” D Gukesh poses with …

D Gukesh responds to Magnus Carlsen’s criticism of World C’ship victory, remarks ‘And the pure chess part, it was…’
1 week, 2 days ago

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 …

DC Edit | Gukesh: Worthy teenage idol
1 week, 2 days ago

DC Edit | Gukesh: Worthy teenage idol

Deccan Chronicle  

The poise and confidence exuded by 18-year-old D. Gukesh at the post-match press conference following his historic triumph as the youngest-ever World Chess Champion has heralded the rise of a worthy heir to Viswanathan Anand's legacy. Both the men’s and women’s teams clinched gold medals at the Chess Olympiad, while Gukesh, R. Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi have emerged as the …

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis speaks with Gukesh, hails him for ‘marvellous achievement’
1 week, 3 days ago

Maharashtra CM Fadnavis speaks with Gukesh, hails him for ‘marvellous achievement’

The Hindu  

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis wished Indian chess player D. Gukesh on becoming the youngest Chess Champion on over phone call on Friday. Heartfelt congratulations to Gukesh D for the extraordinary achievement for becoming the youngest chess champion and winning the 2024 FIDE World Championship in Singapore! At the age of 18, your relentless hard… pic.twitter.com/SY2uVn0Frb — Devendra Fadnavis December …

India’s young players know the power of hard work: Kunte
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1 week, 3 days ago

India’s young players know the power of hard work: Kunte

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Less than 24 hours after his win, the speakers of the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha talked about D Gukesh’s World Chess Championship triumph during their respective sessions. “Now it’s time for the administration to utilise the impact of the achievement and create opportunities for the next generation.” India's D Gukesh with the world chess championship trophy in Singapore …

History will see Gukesh’s win as a pivotal moment in chess: Carlsen
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1 week, 3 days ago

History will see Gukesh’s win as a pivotal moment in chess: Carlsen

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru: Former world champion Magnus Carlsen believes that 18-year-old D Gukesh, being crowned youngest-ever undisputed world chess champion is a pivotal moment in chess and could potentially be the beginning of something interesting. “It’s been quite a memorable World Championship with lots of interesting moments,” the five-time world champion said on the Take Take Take app. So that whole thing …

The coronation of King Gukesh
1 week, 3 days ago

The coronation of King Gukesh

The Hindu  

The Indian flag wrapped over his shoulders, D. Gukesh walked up to the stage. FIDE president Arkady Dvorkovich handed over to Gukesh the World Championship trophy. 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 crowned world chess champion by FIDE chief, draped in Indian flag during coronation
1 week, 3 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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1 week, 3 days ago

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

The Hindu  

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 …

Gukesh D told to ‘ignore’ Carlsen, Kramnik negativity; Viswanathan Anand offers youngster support after historic win
1 week, 3 days ago

Gukesh D told to ‘ignore’ Carlsen, Kramnik negativity; Viswanathan Anand offers youngster support after historic win

Hindustan Times  

Viswanathan Anand, one of chess's all-time greats, has come out in full support of India's newly-crowned World Chess Champion, Gukesh Dommaraju, urging him to ignore the criticism that followed his historic victory. Gukesh, at just 18, made headlines on Thursday by defeating China’s Ding Liren in the 14th and final game of the World Chess Championship in Singapore, becoming the …

WATCH | Want to congratulate Gukesh on behalf of Indian cricket team, says Gill
1 week, 3 days ago

WATCH | Want to congratulate Gukesh on behalf of Indian cricket team, says Gill

The Hindu  

Opener Shubman Gill on Friday congratulated D Gukesh on behalf of the Indian cricket team after the 18-year-old Grandmaster became the youngest ever world chess champion. “I want to congratulate D Gukesh on behalf of the entire Indian cricket team. To become the youngest World Chess Champion is a feat in itself,” said Gill while addressing the media ahead of …

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announces Rs 5 crore cash prize for World Chess Champion D. Gukesh
1 week, 3 days ago

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announces Rs 5 crore cash prize for World Chess Champion D. Gukesh

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced a Rs 5 crore cash prize for D. Gukesh in recognition of the 18-year-old’s remarkable achievement of becoming the youngest World Chess Champion. Gukesh became the 18th and the latest World Champion after defeating China’s Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship 2024 in Singapore on Thursday. “To honour the monumental achievement of …

Gukesh's 'masterclass in humility' exudes shades of Rahul Dravid: Paddy Upton calls historic win 'highlight of career'
1 week, 3 days ago

Gukesh's 'masterclass in humility' exudes shades of Rahul Dravid: Paddy Upton calls historic win 'highlight of career'

Hindustan Times  

Gukesh Dommaraju, the 18-year-old sensation, stunned the world, becoming the youngest-ever world champion by beating China's Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship. The renowned mental coach to professional athletes previously worked with the Indian men's cricket team during the 2011 World Cup win and guided the Indian men's hockey team to a bronze medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. …

The quiet triumph of D. Gukesh
1 week, 3 days ago

The quiet triumph of D. Gukesh

Live Mint  

There exists a stereotype of a chess player, said grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi once, of a serious person, “someone with glasses, who does not speak much". “You come as an 18-year-old and lose the first game—it’s humiliating," Gukesh said. Anand, whose WestBridge Anand Chess Academy supports Gukesh along with several other Indian players, had an inspirational role to play earlier too …

Vidit Gujrathi on D Gukesh's World Chess Championship title win: 'Gukesh was ready to burn the bridges'
1 week, 3 days ago

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

Firstpost  

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 …

D. Gukesh makes history as the Youngest World Chess Champion but father's heartwarming reaction takes the real prize!
1 week, 3 days ago

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 …

Gukesh becomes world champion LIVE reaction: From Tamil Nadu CM to Sachin Tendulkar, more wishes pour in for chess wiz
1 week, 3 days ago

Gukesh becomes world champion LIVE reaction: From Tamil Nadu CM to Sachin Tendulkar, more wishes pour in for chess wiz

The Hindu  

D Gukesh was crowned the new chess world champion after beating Ding Liren in the 14th round of the World Championship clash in Singapore on Thursday. 🇮🇳♟️🏆 pic.twitter.com/3kPCzGEv1d — Sachin Tendulkar December 12, 2024 Garry Kasparov, whose record Gukesh beat to become the new world champion, had a warm message for the 18-year-old. — Garry Kasparov December 12, 2024 Tamil …

How much did 18-year-old Gukesh win in prize money after World championship victory?
1 week, 3 days 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 …

How much did 19-year-old Gukesh win in prize money after World championship victory?
1 week, 3 days 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 …

Gukesh stopped regular school at class IV, no sponsor, father quit job, mother had to…: Story of youngest world champ
1 week, 3 days ago

Gukesh stopped regular school at class IV, no sponsor, father quit job, mother had to…: Story of youngest world champ

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh was all of seven when he dreamed of becoming the world champion in chess. When the Indian grandmaster beat defending champion Ding Liren of China in a 14-game marathon that went right down to the wire to become only the second Indian after Vishwanathan Anand to win the coveted crown, it took some time for his father, Rajinikanth …

D Gukesh emerges as a mental monster to make his boyhood dream come true and make India proud in chess
1 week, 3 days ago

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

Firstpost  

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 …

The MS Dhoni connection: How India's 2011 World Cup-winning coach helped Gukesh D win World Chess Championship
1 week, 3 days ago

The MS Dhoni connection: How India's 2011 World Cup-winning coach helped Gukesh D win World Chess Championship

Hindustan Times  

Indian grandmaster Gukesh Dommaraju was quick to mention that growing up, former India cricket captain MS Dhoni was his "idol," after he won the World Chess Championship on Thursday, beating title-holder Ding Liren of China in the final game. How Paddy Upton helped Gukesh D won World Chess Championship Playing one of the biggest tournaments in a sport at the …

Cried for 10 minutes after D Gukesh won World Championship: Chess star's mother
1 week, 3 days ago

Cried for 10 minutes after D Gukesh won World Championship: Chess star's mother

India Today  

J. Padmakumari, mother of the youngest Chess World Champion, D. Gukesh, couldn't contain her emotions after her son defeated Ding Liren to win the World Chess Championship title in Singapore on Thursday. "I couldn't believe it and I cried for 10 minutes," Padmakumari said, overwhelmed with joy, before taking a flight to meet her son. "This is a really happy …

Watch: D Gukesh lifts World Championship trophy after fulfilling photoshoot promise
1 week, 3 days ago

Watch: D Gukesh lifts World Championship trophy after fulfilling photoshoot promise

India Today  

D Gukesh shattered the record books on Thursday after winning the World Chess Championship. Gukesh said that he only wanted to touch the trophy at the closing ceremony. I don’t want to touch it; I want to lift it at the closing ceremony!” Gukesh had said earlier. I don’t want to touch it, I want to lift it at the …

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