In brief
With a dramatic win over Ding Liren, Gukesh's victory brings immense pride to the Indian chess community.
Gukesh Dommaraju has officially made history by becoming the world's youngest chess champion at the tender age of 18. In an electrifying showdown in Singapore, the Chennai-born prodigy clinched the title by defeating the defending champion, China's Ding Liren. With a prize fund of $2.5 million, Gukesh's victory is monumental, marking the pinnacle of a remarkable career that began at only 12 when he became a grandmaster.Gukesh's journey into chess started when he was merely seven years old after watching a World Title match - his dreams were ignited. Although he experienced ups and downs, including a pivotal moment where he lost the first game of his title match, he rallied to take the lead and ultimately emerged victorious. His achievements also include gold medals at the FIDE Chess Olympiad and the Candidates tournament, reinforcing his position in the chess world. Gukesh is supported by several institutions and individuals, including the chess legend Viswanathan Anand, and has received overwhelming backing from his parents, who paused their careers to fuel his ambitions.As the spotlight shines on him, Gukesh expresses simple but ambitious goals not just to excel but to maintain a long-lasting career. With his incredible skills and dedication, the chess community is keenly watching this young talent as he aims for greatness on the global stage.
