Anand Mahindra applauds D Gukesh for inspiring 'philosophy' in Monday Motivation post
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Anand Mahindra applauds D Gukesh for inspiring 'philosophy' in Monday Motivation post

India Today  

Industrialist Anand Mahindra applauded chess grandmaster D Gukesh in an inspiring Monday Motivation post on X. Mahindra wrote, “I will ‘.just go to every game as the best version of myself.’ A philosophy that is inspiring to all of us, not just to a sportsperson. An entire nation is cheering as you take on the World Champion.” Take a look at the post: I will “.just go to every game as the best version of myself.” A philosophy that is inspiring to all of us, not just to a sportsperson. He added, “And my job is also pretty clear, just go to every game as the best version of myself.If I do that, if I keep playing good chess, stay in the right spirits, I think even with his recent form dip or even at his best, I don’t think it really matters that much.

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GM Siddharth Jagadeesh says ‘friend’ Gukesh’s World Championship win will have huge impact on Singapore chess
1 day, 18 hours ago

GM Siddharth Jagadeesh says ‘friend’ Gukesh’s World Championship win will have huge impact on Singapore chess

The Hindu  

Singapore’s youngest and latest Grandmaster, Siddharth Jagadeesh, on Thursday, recalled the time when D. Gukesh offered him a “mercy draw” in an u-9 Asian Championship. It was because he thought the match was “more interesting” since it had Gukesh, whom he’d known “for a long time.” “So, my game would finish at maybe 7 p.m. or so. When two players …

D Gukesh gears up for ‘very tough challenge’ vs Viswanathan Anand, Carlsen, aims to replicate World Chess C'ship success
4 days, 22 hours ago

D Gukesh gears up for ‘very tough challenge’ vs Viswanathan Anand, Carlsen, aims to replicate World Chess C'ship success

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh reigned supreme at the World Chess Championship in Singapore, defeating defending champion Ding Liren in Singapore. After becoming the youngest-ever world chess champion, Gukesh decided to skip the year-ending Rapid and Blitz C’ships. In 2025, Gukesh has an action-packed schedule and is set to face India chess legend Viswanathan Anand and even World No. Gukesh will face Carlsen …

VIDEO- Gukesh looking forward to ‘fun year with a lot of learnings’
5 days, 19 hours ago

VIDEO- Gukesh looking forward to ‘fun year with a lot of learnings’

The Hindu  

In mid-December, with the World Chess Championship match tied at 6.5-6.5 after 13 games, D. Gukesh and Ding Liren had seemingly fought each other to a standstill even in the 14th outing. Gukesh had started thinking about a potential tie-breaker when a rook blunder from the defending champion let in that ray of light the Indian, until then, had no …

‘Prodigies like him are inspiring...’: Gautam Adani shares moments with World Chess Champion D Gukesh
1 week, 2 days 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 …

D Gukesh reveals Viswanathan Anand’s ‘exclusive’ help in World Chess C’ship victory: ‘Helped me personally in getting…’
Trending News
1 week, 6 days ago

D Gukesh reveals Viswanathan Anand’s ‘exclusive’ help in World Chess C’ship victory: ‘Helped me personally in getting…’

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh is probably one of the most popular celebrities in India right now, due to his historic World Chess Championship victory in Singapore. The 18-year-old became the youngest-ever world chess champion, and India’s second-ever, after none other than legend Viswanathan Anand. In an interview with India Today, Gukesh hailed Anand’s impact on his career, and revealed that the chess …

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

Viral Video: Chess champion Gukesh stunned by mentalist Suhani Shah; netizens react
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Viral Video: Chess champion Gukesh stunned by mentalist Suhani Shah; netizens react

Live Mint  

On 16 December 2024, India's Gukesh Dommaraju returned to the country after becoming the youngest Indian chess grandmaster by winning the 2024 FIDE World Championship on 12 December. Recently, Gukesh sat with an Indian mentalist, mind reader and magician – Suhani Shah, and her interaction with her has gone viral on the internet. "She is going to enter the next …

Superstar Rajinikanth Surprises World Chess Champion D Gukesh With Memorable Present - See Pics
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Superstar Rajinikanth Surprises World Chess Champion D Gukesh With Memorable Present - See Pics

ABP News  

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh, who recently defeated China's Ding Liren in FIDE World Championship to become the youngest-ever World Chess Champion, has received an outpouring of support and love from his fans, including recognition from South superstars Rajinikanth and Sivakarthikeyan, whom he met in Chennai on Thursday. Rajinikanth presented Gukesh with a shawl and a copy of Paramahansa Yogananda's …

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
2 weeks, 3 days 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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2 weeks, 5 days 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...'
2 weeks, 5 days 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…’
2 weeks, 5 days 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
2 weeks, 6 days 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
2 weeks, 6 days 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 weeks 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 …

‘He will never be like Magnus Carlsen’: D Gukesh’s chief trainer makes staggering comparison, claims ‘doesn’t like to…’
3 weeks ago

‘He will never be like Magnus Carlsen’: D Gukesh’s chief trainer makes staggering comparison, claims ‘doesn’t like to…’

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh’s historic win against Ding Liren in Singapore sent the world into a state of frenzy as the 18-year-old became the youngest-ever world chess champion. The win saw Gukesh also become the second Indian to ever win the World Championship title, with Viswanathan Anand claiming it five times. Speaking to The Hindu after Gukesh’s win vs Liren, the Indian …

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

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

‘Idea was to prepare Gukesh so that there would be no surprises’
3 weeks ago

‘Idea was to prepare Gukesh so that there would be no surprises’

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Paddy Upton described a scenario he played “over a hundred times” in his head as he flew from South Africa to Singapore. They would embrace, and Upton would tell him, “You deserve this.” “It was uncanny that the movie I played in my head played out exactly in real life as I’d imagined,” Upton tells HT over the phone, …

Gukesh is living his dream, and Chennai is loving it!
3 weeks, 2 days 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 …

Dommaraju Gukesh and India’s chess comeback
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Dommaraju Gukesh and India’s chess comeback

Live Mint  

It isn’t often that an Indian athlete prevails over a Chinese competitor, but that happened last week in Singapore. Eighteen-year-old Indian grandmaster Dommaraju Gukesh became the youngest-ever undisputed world chess champion by defeating 32-year-old Ding Liren of China in the final game of a 14-game championship. In India, “there’s now more strength at the top than before," says Susan Ninan, …

D Gukesh’s brilliant chess moves turned into mesmerising ‘chessnatyam’ by dynamic dancers. Watch
3 weeks, 2 days ago

D Gukesh’s brilliant chess moves turned into mesmerising ‘chessnatyam’ by dynamic dancers. Watch

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh defeated defending champion Ding Liren to clinch the World Chess Championship title and etch his name in the annals of chess history. Two women took to Instagram to share a captivating video in which they transformed the chess prodigy’s championship-winning moves into an elegant dance routine, a unique and unexpected twist. Take a look at the interesting video: …

Youngest Grandmaster Gukesh's historic win ushers new era of chess interest in India
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3 weeks, 2 days 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
3 weeks, 2 days 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 …

'Now, becoming the best player in the world is what I care about most': Gukesh
3 weeks, 2 days ago

'Now, becoming the best player in the world is what I care about most': Gukesh

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru: What must it be like to fulfil your life’s greatest dream at 18? It’s been less than a week since Gukesh D became world champion beating China’s Ding Liren, and the Indian teen is still wrapping his head around this delightful predicament. But I think after Game 12 I told myself that “okay, this is a new experience, it’s …

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 …

D. Gukesh: Checkmating history at 18!
3 weeks, 4 days ago

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
3 weeks, 4 days ago

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

Firstpost  

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 …

Gukesh keeps his promise, goes bungee jumping to celebrate World Chess Championship win | WATCH
3 weeks, 4 days 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
3 weeks, 4 days 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 …

We were ready to do whatever it took to help Gukesh, says WACA co-founder Sandeep Singhal
3 weeks, 4 days ago

We were ready to do whatever it took to help Gukesh, says WACA co-founder Sandeep Singhal

The Hindu  

Sandeep Singhal ensured D. Gukesh had everything he needed to mount the strongest challenge possible for the World Chess Championship 2024. He ensured that Gukesh had all the people that he wanted to work with, be it coach Grzegorz Gajewski, mental coach Paddy Upton or top players like Jan-Krzysztof Duda and Vincent Keymer as seconds. “But Paddy said he had …

World Champion D Gukesh felicitated, special mention to chess capital Chennai
Top News
3 weeks, 4 days 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 …

D Gukesh's heartfelt message to Viswanathan Anand: Inspiration from start
3 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Gukesh's historic World Chess Championship win offers a life lesson for us all
3 weeks, 4 days 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
3 weeks, 4 days 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 …

World Chess Champion Gukesh receives hero’s welcome in Chennai amid chaos and hysteria
3 weeks, 4 days 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
3 weeks, 4 days 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
Top News
3 weeks, 5 days 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 …

World Chess Champion D Gukesh returns to hero’s welcome in India: ‘Means a lot’
3 weeks, 5 days ago

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

Live Mint  

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
3 weeks, 5 days ago

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 …

Hero's welcome for D Gukesh: Thousands greet world chess champion in Chennai
3 weeks, 5 days 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 …

Gukesh D gets hero's welcome at arrival as thousands greet youngest world chess champion in Chennai | WATCH
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Gukesh D gets hero's welcome at arrival as thousands greet youngest world chess champion in Chennai | WATCH

India TV News  

The youngest world champion in chess Gukesh Dommaraju returned home from Singapore on Monday. He got a hero's welcome at the Chennai airport as thousands gathered to greet him and get a glimpse of the 18-year-old who created history last week by beating the defending champion Ding Liren. Gukesh was greeted by the members of the Sports Development Authority of …

D Gukesh opens up on future after becoming chess world champion: 'Main goal I have had is being the best in the world'
3 weeks, 5 days 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'
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 …

Companies queue up to advertise with youngest-ever world chess champion Gukesh
3 weeks, 5 days 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 …

D Gukesh goes from world champion to internet darling with a hilarious ‘do not touch’ pic
3 weeks, 6 days ago

D Gukesh goes from world champion to internet darling with a hilarious ‘do not touch’ pic

Hindustan Times  

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh has etched his name in the annals of chess history by defeating defending champion Ding Liren to claim the prestigious World Chess Championship title. At just 18 years old, Gukesh has become the youngest-ever world champion, surpassing previous records and earning widespread acclaim. D Gukesh, world chess champion, shared a hilarious Instagram post posing with …

D. Gukesh: The king of hearts at 18
3 weeks, 6 days ago

D. Gukesh: The king of hearts at 18

New Indian Express  

Sporting world is emotional, and it is this emotion that connects the players and fans alike. So, when D Gukesh turned the ‘18th@18’ dream at the World Chess Championship in Singapore a reality, it is only natural to revisit the young man and his fascinating life with yet another article in this column. After the cricket T20 Men’s World Cup …

World Champion D Gukesh reveals mother's simple message that became his mantra
Top News
3 weeks, 6 days ago

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

India Today  

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
3 weeks, 6 days ago

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

Firstpost  

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 …

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 …

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