D Gukesh News
India will host the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 from October 30 to November 27. Featuring 206 players in a knockout format, the event offers spots in the 2026 Candidates Tournament. Top stars like Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, and Carlsen will compete.
The sensational rise of young chess players like R. Praggnanandhaa and D. Gukesh has profoundly impacted the aspirations of Indian youth, transforming chess from a niche hobby into a viable and even glamorous career path.
D. Gukesh advances to the blitz section with a commanding victory in the rapid section, clinching the title at Grand Tour Zagreb.
In a stunning upset, 19-year-old Indian prodigy D Gukesh defeated chess legend Magnus Carlsen, prompting a rare display of frustration from the world number one.
Gukesh's success story was one of the major highlights of Indian sports in 2024. He made history in December by defeating China's Ding Liren in the decisive 14th game of the FIDE World Championship match in Singapore.
Koneru Humpy is only the second player after China’s Ju Wenjun to clinch the Women’s World Rapid Chess title more than once.
The championship, tied at 6.5-6.5 heading into the final game, culminated in a stellar performance by Gukesh, who secured a 7.5-6.5 victory over Ding Liren. Following his triumph, Gukesh was overwhelmed with emotion and broke down in tears.
Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh recently won International Chess Federation's Rs 11.34 crore prize money. However, he now has a significant tax liability.
Gukesh's journey to the world title is nothing short of inspiring. Facing stiff competition from Ding Liren, Gukesh showcased exceptional strategy, composure, and precision.
Paddy Upton, a renowned mental conditioning coach, worked with Gukesh in the run-up to and during the 14-game marathon event in Singapore.
How much will D Gukesh have to pay the Income Tax department as tax for his prize money of Rs 11 crore?
As Gukesh walked out of the airport, a sea of fans eagerly awaited their champion.
Diljit Dosanjh praised Gukesh's hard work and dedication from a young age to achieve his dreams. Taking to his Instagram handle, he shared a video from the concert.
On Friday, Gukesh received his FIDE World Championship trophy following his remarkable triumph.
At just 18-years-old, Gukesh triumphed over China’s Ding Liren with a 7.5-6.5 score, making him only the second Indian, after Viswanathan Anand, to achieve this monumental achievement.
Gukesh donned the red traditional kurta and was spotted doing the popular song's hook steps along with his family and friends who were similarly dressed.
Gukesh was ahead by one point after he notched his second win of the match on Sunday, which came after seven consecutive draws, but Liren's win on Monday brought the things on an even keel.
With just three games to go, Gukesh now has a crucial lead in the 14-round classical format match of World Chess Championship.
Gukesh's trainer Vishnu avoided playing against chess engines from early days, taking a unique route in training methods. He says it was a risky decision but something which has paid off dividends.
India's Defending champion Koneru Humpy finishes sixth and D Gukesh finishes at ninth place in the FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship.
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