Today's Ten: Gukesh crowned youngest World Chess Champion
By Pragadish Kirubakaran in Media News on Friday, 13th December 2024 at 4:54pmDommaraju Gukesh has etched his name in chess history by becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion, defeating China’s Ding Liren in a nail-biting finale.
The 18-year-old prodigy from Chennai clinched the title after a gruelling 14-round battle, as The Hindu’s PK Ajith Kumar reported. Gukesh’s victory not only marks a historic milestone for India but also reaffirms Chennai’s reputation as the chess capital of the country.
The championship match saw intense competition, with Gukesh displaying remarkable composure and strategy. As noted by Indian Express’ Vinayakk Mohanarangan, the turning point came when Ding Liren made a critical blunder in the final round.
Reflecting on his error, Ding candidly admitted, “I miscalculated and lost focus,” expressing admiration for ...
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