Gukesh D Clinches World Chess Championship, Makes History.......

The announcement is a historic moment not just for Indian chess but chess in the world. The championship took place in Astana, Kazakhstan, and Gukesh and defending champion Ding Liren engaged in a nail-biting, dramatic final match, with Gukesh besting Ding after 56 moves.

Gukesh’s ascent has been meteoric. His win follows closely several years after he earned conditions to become the second-youngest Grandmaster in chess history. His win caps off a stunning career thus far, as in 2019, he became the second-youngest Grandmaster in chess history at just 12 years and seven months old. This latest victory consolidates his status as one of the shining stars in the chess universe.

The title fight was also a nailbiter, ultimately going to rapid tiebreaks after the classical games ended in a draw. The chess fraternity in India and elsewhere celebrated with joy, and the social media was flooded with congratulatory messages for young champion. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also offered congratulations, calling Gukesh “a beacon of inspiration for the youth.”

Gukesh’s victory will make new history, signaling the arrival of a new generations of players ready to upset the status quo of chess hierarchy. Gukesh’s journey as the youngest World Chess Champion in recent history is sure to motivate innumerable aspiring chess players worldwide.