
Indian chess prodigy Grandmaster D. Gukesh has achieved a monumental milestone by defeating reigning champion Ding Liren in the 14th and decisive game of the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship. This triumph, held in Singapore, signifies a transformative moment in chess history. At 18, Gukesh not only becomes the youngest World Chess Champion, surpassing Garry Kasparov’s longstanding record but also emerges as India’s second-ever World Champion after the legendary Viswanathan Anand. His journey epitomizes resilience and brilliance, bridging generational excellence with a fresh vision for chess.