Gukesh D told to ‘ignore’ Carlsen, Kramnik negativity; Viswanathan Anand offers youngster support after historic win
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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 youngest-ever player to claim the prestigious title. Gukesh received encouragement from Viswanathan Anand after a historic win at the World Chess Championship However, his triumph was met with skepticism, especially from some legendary figures in the chess world. Kramnik, in a tweet, referred to Ding Liren's blunder as “childish” and criticized the game's overall quality, while Magnus Carlsen, another chess giant, echoed similar concerns, stating that the match did not reflect the standard expected of World Championship contenders.

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GM Siddharth Jagadeesh says ‘friend’ Gukesh’s World Championship win will have huge impact on Singapore chess
1 day, 19 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 …

The young grandmasters
1 week, 1 day ago

The young grandmasters

India Today  

Gukesh Dommaraju doesn’t have many childhood memories but there is one that’s clearly etched in his mind. Four years later, in a now viral clip he’d articulate the desire better: “I want to become the youngest world chess champion.” On December 12, 2024, Gukesh, all of 18, fulfilled the wish by winning a thrilling contest against Ding Liren that lasted …

‘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 …

2024 yearender: Paris and beyond — young showstoppers step up
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1 week, 4 days ago

2024 yearender: Paris and beyond — young showstoppers step up

Hindustan Times  

A world chess champion at 18. Manu, having been through a full cycle of tasting dizzying success followed by dampening failure, sprung back to life in a largely moderate Paris Olympics for India. Gukesh, all of 18, who had until last year pasted photos of past world chess champions as his laptop wallpaper, became one himself to sign off India’s …

Tata Steel Chess 2025: Gukesh looking forward to playing duo that helped him become World champion
1 week, 4 days 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. …

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

Gukesh’s chief trainer names unknown chess player for key role in World C’ship win: ‘Not highly-rated right now, but…’
1 week, 6 days 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 …

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 vs Viswanathan Anand, to face Magnus Carlsen: World Chess Champion’s confirmed schedule for 2025
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

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

Hindustan Times  

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

Chess legend echoes Magnus Carlsen’s views on D Gukesh’s World Chess Championship win: ‘Not what we want to see…’
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Chess legend echoes Magnus Carlsen’s views on D Gukesh’s World Chess Championship win: ‘Not what we want to see…’

Live Mint  

D Gukesh recently made history by becoming the youngest ever World Chess Champion. While social media and many chess legends praised the youngster's landmark achievement, Gukesh also saw some negative reactions from a section of former players, including chess great Magnus Carlsen. The Norwegian also said that Gukesh's World Chess Championship final against China's Ding Liren looked like a second …

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, …

Carlsen downplays Gukesh’s World C’ship win with indirect dig, calls classical chess ‘worst way’ to decide ‘best player’
3 weeks ago

Carlsen downplays Gukesh’s World C’ship win with indirect dig, calls classical chess ‘worst way’ to decide ‘best player’

Hindustan Times  

D Gukesh created history recently, becoming the youngest-ever world chess champion at the age of 18. Magnus Carlsen took an indirect dig at D Gukesh's recent World Championship win. The five-time world champion hit out at Gukesh once again, but this time indirectly, calling the classical chess format ‘worst’ way to declare the best player. I would say that right …

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, …

World Champion Gukesh to face Magnus Carlsen, Viswanathan Anand in Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour 2025
3 weeks, 1 day ago

World Champion Gukesh to face Magnus Carlsen, Viswanathan Anand in Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour 2025

The Hindu  

Newly crowned World Chess Champion D. Gukesh will participate in the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour 2025, set to take place in Germany from February 7 to 14. Gukesh clinched the title from defending champion Ding Liren in the final game of the World Championship match in Singapore. “It was always clear to us that we wanted the reigning world …

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 …

Know all about chess champion Gukesh Dommaraju's favourite films starring Suriya, Vijay Deverakonda, Hrithik Roshan
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Know all about chess champion Gukesh Dommaraju's favourite films starring Suriya, Vijay Deverakonda, Hrithik Roshan

Hindustan Times  

The youngest world chess champion, Gukesh Dommaraju, has revealed his favourite films in Tamil, Telugu, English and Hindi. World chess champion Gukesh Dommaraju signs an autograph during a meet and greet session in Singapore after becoming the youngest undisputed world chess champion on December 12. Gukesh Dommaraju’s favourite films When asked about his favourite films, Gukesh replied, “In Tamil, it’s …

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 …

Underestimated intensity of world championship, was not at my 100 percent: D Gukesh
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Underestimated intensity of world championship, was not at my 100 percent: D Gukesh

India Today  

Chess world champion D Gukesh explained why he was not at his best in the Chess World Championship tournament against Dig Liren. In the tournament, a blunder from Liren in the final game saw Gukesh capitalise and secure the win and become the youngest chess World Champion in history. Gukesh spoke about the criticism and said that he had reached …

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's winning chess move performed through Kathak. Video will give you goosebumps
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

D Gukesh's winning chess move performed through Kathak. Video will give you goosebumps

India Today  

In an exceptional fusion of art and intellect, two Kathak dancers brought D Gukesh’s iconic chess move to life through their breathtaking performance. Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh scripted history by becoming the youngest-ever world champion after defeating reigning champion Ding Liren in the decisive 14th game of the World Chess Championship match in Singapore on December 12. To celebrate D …

World chess champion Gukesh honoured by the TN CM Stalin, receives INR 5 CR cash reward after grand procession in Chennai
3 weeks, 3 days 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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3 weeks, 3 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 …

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 …

Gukesh Dommaraju: Youngest ever chess world champion returns home to rock star welcome in India
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Gukesh Dommaraju: Youngest ever chess world champion returns home to rock star welcome in India

CNN  

CNN — Gukesh Dommaraju returned home to jubilant scenes at Chennai International Airport on Monday having become the youngest ever chess world champion last week. Students at Gukesh Dommaraju's school in Chennai celebrate after Gukesh became the youngest ever World Chess Champion. Mahesh Kumar A./AP Gukesh broke into tears upon winning the final match against Ding last week, becoming the …

World Champion D Gukesh felicitated, special mention to chess capital Chennai
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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 Dommaraju: Youngest ever chess world champion returns home to rock star welcome in India
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Gukesh Dommaraju: Youngest ever chess world champion returns home to rock star welcome in India

CNN  

CNN — Gukesh Dommaraju returned home to jubilant scenes at Chennai International Airport on Monday having become the youngest ever chess world champion last week. Students at Gukesh Dommaraju's school in Chennai celebrate after Gukesh became the youngest ever World Chess Champion. Mahesh Kumar A./AP Gukesh broke into tears upon winning the final match against Ding last week, becoming the …

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 …

Gukesh defends Ding on allegations of deliberate underperformance in final game of World Chess Championship
3 weeks, 4 days 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 …

Gukesh D to face Magnus Carlsen in highly-anticipated clash next year; check full details on dates and tournament
3 weeks, 4 days ago

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

Hindustan Times  

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

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

Gukesh vs Carlsen: Norway Chess 2025 set to feature epic clash between new chess king and five-time world champion
3 weeks, 4 days ago

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

The Hindu  

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

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