History has been made! Gukesh D has achieved an extraordinary milestone by becoming the youngest player in the history of the World Chess Championship to be crowned as the World Chess Champion at just 18 years of age, breaking the record previously held by the legendary Garry Kasparov.

Gukesh achieved this historic feat in dramatic fashion by winning the 14th and final game of the championship. In a tightly contested match, his Chinese opponent and defending champion, Ding Liren, blundered in an equal position, handing Gukesh the decisive victory and the world title.

This remarkable achievement makes Gukesh the 18th player to hold the prestigious title of World Chess Champion in the history of the game. He is also the second Indian to achieve this incredible feat, following in the footsteps of the legendary Viswanathan Anand, who first brought the crown to India and inspired generations of chess players.

Gukesh’s meteoric rise to the top has been nothing short of phenomenal. From being one of the youngest players to enter the elite top 10 rankings to defeating some of the greatest minds in chess, he has shown an unwavering commitment to excellence. His victory signifies not only a personal triumph but also a moment of immense pride for India, heralding a new era for Indian chess.

Let us celebrate this historic moment and congratulate Gukesh, his family, and his team for their dedication and hard work. May his journey continue to inspire countless young talents to dream big and take Indian chess to even greater heights!

Photo Credit: FIDE/Eng Chin An