World Chess Championship Highlights, Game 2: Ding Liren, Gukesh agree to draw second round by three-fold repetition as defending champion continues to lead 1.5-0.5
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World Chess Championship Highlights, Game 2: Ding Liren, Gukesh agree to draw second round by three-fold repetition as defending champion continues to lead 1.5-0.5

The Hindu  

November 26, 2024 13:39 Paddy Upton on Gukesh What’s been your observation of Gukesh, especially given his monk-like personality during tournaments? A lot of chess players, I imagine, are naturally quite introverted and his personality is almost like Jacques Kallis’. But what’s special about Gukesh is that big moments really seem to bring out his best. You have guys like Virat Kohli who have that ability to really deliver in a World Cup final exactly like he did earlier this year.

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

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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 …

Gukesh’s World chess championship title is triumph of the system
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3 days, 14 hours ago

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

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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
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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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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 …

Underestimated intensity of world championship, was not at my 100 percent: D Gukesh
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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
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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!
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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
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Amid accusations of deliberate loss to D Gukesh, Ding Liren reflects on 2024 World Chess Championship defeat

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

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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 …

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

World Champion D Gukesh felicitated, special mention to chess capital Chennai
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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
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Gukesh's historic World Chess Championship win offers a life lesson for us all

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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 …

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

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

D Gukesh credits Paddy Upton's teachings after becoming world chess champion
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D Gukesh credits Paddy Upton's teachings after becoming world chess champion

India Today  

D Gukesh credited his mental conditioning coach, Paddy Upton, after becoming the youngest world chess champion. The 18-year-old prodigy beat China's Ding Liren in the summit clash of the world chess championship. Paddy Upton's role in Gukesh's success Gukesh shared how his association began with the South African, who brings valuable experience from working with India's 2011 cricket World Cup-winning …

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

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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, 2 days ago

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

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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 …

Upton waxes eloquent about Gukesh’s self-awareness
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Upton waxes eloquent about Gukesh’s self-awareness

The Hindu  

SINGAPORE 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. “I decided to fly here because I really had a strong sense I was coming to watch Gukesh …

Companies queue up to advertise with youngest-ever world chess champion Gukesh
1 week, 2 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: The king of hearts at 18
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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
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1 week, 2 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
1 week, 3 days ago

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

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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 …

Gukesh could go down as a GOAT of the game: Maurice Ashley
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Gukesh could go down as a GOAT of the game: Maurice Ashley

The Hindu  

Maurice Ashley was one of the most familiar faces at the World Chess Championship. The first move was made in each game after these words from him, as he stood between Ding Liren and D. Gukesh: “Let the game begin.” The American Grandmaster has been a commentator and presenter for major chess events for over three decades, but that isn’t …

Gukesh on criticism from Carlsen and Kramnik: 'Matches are decided not purely by chess, but by who has better character'
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Gukesh on criticism from Carlsen and Kramnik: 'Matches are decided not purely by chess, but by who has better character'

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D Gukesh has played down the criticism from Magnus Carlsen and Vladimir Kramnik over the quality of play in World Chess Championship 2024. Image: FIDE New chess world champion D Gukesh of India has played down the criticism from former champions Magnus Carlsen and Vladimir Kramnik, who have constantly questioned the quality of the World Chess Championship 2024. Russian Grandmaster …

World Champion D Gukesh reacts to Magnus Carlsen's criticism of Ding Liren match
1 week, 3 days ago

World Champion D Gukesh reacts to Magnus Carlsen's criticism of Ding Liren match

India Today  

World Champion D Gukesh has responded to the criticism from Magnus Carlsen about his final against Ding Liren in Singapore. A blunder from Liren in the final game saw Gukesh capitalise and secure the win and become the youngest chess World Champion in history. The Indian grandmaster said that while the quality may not have been high in some of …

DC Edit | Gukesh: Worthy teenage idol
1 week, 4 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 …

About a boy: 18 but mature beyond his years
1 week, 4 days ago

About a boy: 18 but mature beyond his years

Hindustan Times  

Bengaluru: “How in the world is he 18?” Chess fans around the world have wondered aloud over the past few weeks. India's D Gukesh reacts after beating title-holder China’s Ding Liren to win world chess championship title. On Friday, Gukesh stood on the stage in Singapore by himself – the Tricolour draped over his shoulders, a gold medal and a …

History will see Gukesh’s win as a pivotal moment in chess: Carlsen
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1 week, 4 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 …

Gukesh savours coronation at 18 after dethroning Ding Liren at World Chess Championship
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1 week, 4 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, 4 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, 4 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 …

Newly-crowned world chess champion D Gukesh pays tribute to Ding Liren: 'Ding is the real world champion'
1 week, 4 days ago

Newly-crowned world chess champion D Gukesh pays tribute to Ding Liren: 'Ding is the real world champion'

Firstpost  

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh paid tribute to his Chinese opponent Ding Liren after the former clinched his first-ever World Chess Championship title on Thursday. Gukesh defeated Liren 7.5-6.5 in the 2024 World Chess Championship match in Singapore on Thursday. D Gukesh wins 2024 World Chess Championship | Gukesh calls Liren a ’true champion’ Gukesh called Liren a “true champion”. Viswanathan …

Gukesh's 'masterclass in humility' exudes shades of Rahul Dravid: Paddy Upton calls historic win 'highlight of career'
1 week, 4 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, 4 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'
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Vidit Gujrathi on D Gukesh's World Chess Championship title win: 'Gukesh was ready to burn the bridges'

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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, 4 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 stopped regular school at class IV, no sponsor, father quit job, mother had to…: Story of youngest world champ
1 week, 4 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, 4 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 …

Gukesh D cries in his father's arms after becoming youngest-ever world chess champ, has emotional call with mother
1 week, 4 days ago

Gukesh D cries in his father's arms after becoming youngest-ever world chess champ, has emotional call with mother

Hindustan Times  

18-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest-ever world chess champion in history on Thursday, defeating defending champ Ding Liren in the decisive 14th game of the World Chess Championship. After Liren resigned, the pair shook hands, as an emotional Gukesh put all the pieces back on the board, tears rolling down his cheeks. He then also hugged a team member and …

Carlsen on Gukesh becoming world chess champion: 'He had weak moments but deserves to win the championship'
1 week, 4 days ago

Carlsen on Gukesh becoming world chess champion: 'He had weak moments but deserves to win the championship'

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1 Magnus Carlsen also said that new world chess champion D Gukesh can now go on a great run of form, which could make him the second-best or even the best player in the world. Magnus Carlsen said that D Gukesh can go onto become world No.2 or even No.1 after his World Chess Championship victory. 1 and former world …

The MS Dhoni connection: How India's 2011 World Cup-winning coach helped Gukesh D win World Chess Championship
1 week, 4 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 …

Cricket to Chess: Mental coach Paddy Upton a constant in India's sporting highs
1 week, 4 days ago

Cricket to Chess: Mental coach Paddy Upton a constant in India's sporting highs

India Today  

Paddy Upton has made a habit of shaping sporting champions. From crafting India's mental resilience for the 2011 Cricket World Cup – the cricket team’s first title in 28 years – to inspiring the men’s hockey team to a historic bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics, Upton’s expertise has transcended disciplines. Gukesh’s World Championship victory not only cements his place …

His record broken, legend Garry Kasparov wants Vishy's children to soar higher
1 week, 4 days ago

His record broken, legend Garry Kasparov wants Vishy's children to soar higher

India Today  

Chess legend Garry Kasparov hailed D Gukesh's historic World Chess Championship triumph on December 12 as a watershed moment for Indian chess and a continuation of Viswanathan Anand's enduring legacy. The Russian legend noted that Gukesh's victory is not just a personal achievement but a symbol of the transformative impact Viswanathan Anand has had on Indian chess. Screengrab from X …

How mature Gukesh, with help from Gajewski and Upton, conquered Mt. Everest
1 week, 4 days ago

How mature Gukesh, with help from Gajewski and Upton, conquered Mt. Everest

New Indian Express  

You don't normally use this phrase to describe the maturity of an 18-year-old but it's a phrase Grzegorz Gajewski uses when talking about his ward, D Gukesh. He doesn't normally work with young people because their ability to self-reflect isn't yet on point. "His depth and level of self-awareness were remarkable," Upton tells this daily a day after Gukesh became …

King in the making: Wise beyond his years, D Gukesh embarks on journey to greatness
1 week, 4 days ago

King in the making: Wise beyond his years, D Gukesh embarks on journey to greatness

India Today  

With his World Championship triumph on Thursday, D Gukesh announced his arrival in the big league, but it was his humility and persistence that truly stood out. #DingGukesh pic.twitter.com/CgzYBgeTfq — International Chess Federation December 12, 2024 As Gukesh sat across the board from Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship match, he couldn't help but think back to 2013, when …

Chennai to Singapore: Gukesh's triumph heralds a new golden age for Indian chess
1 week, 4 days ago

Chennai to Singapore: Gukesh's triumph heralds a new golden age for Indian chess

India Today  

By Siddharth Viswanathan A flight from Chennai to Singapore takes four hours, give or take. Back in Chennai, 2013, the dreams of a billion were shattered when Viswanathan Anand succumbed to Magnus Carlsen, ending his illustrious six-year reign as one of the best chess players in the world. Now, 11 years later, in Singapore, Gukesh beat Ding Liren in one …

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