Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi made history at the 2024 FIDE World Blitz Championship by becoming the first players to ever share the title. The match between the two grandmasters ended in a draw after seven games, leading to a sudden death round. Even after three tie games, no winner emerged, prompting Carlsen to propose a shared title which Nepomniachtchi accepted. This event was marred by a controversy before the tournament, as Carlsen was disqualified for violating FIDE's dress code but later returned to win his eighth title.
In a historic match at the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, Indian Grandmaster D. Gukesh defeated reigning champion Ding Liren to become the youngest world champion in the history of the game. The game was set for a draw before Ding's blunder in the 55th move, securing Gukesh's victory and cementing his place in chess history. The 14-year-old prodigy from Chennai has achieved a remarkable feat at a mere age of 14.
In a stunning turn of events, young Grandmaster D. Gukesh of India has claimed the title at the 2024 World Chess Championship by defeating China’s Ding Liren. However, Russian Chess Federation president Andrei Filatov has publicly accused Ding Liren of intentionally throwing the match, citing suspicious actions and calling for a separate investigation by FIDE. Fellow chess legend Vladimir Kramnik has also criticized the match for its poor quality and described Ding Liren's blunder as "childish".
18-year-old Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh makes history by defeating Chinese Grandmaster Ding Liren in Game 14 of the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, becoming the youngest world champion ever. Gukesh's monumental win also marks him as the 18th grandmaster and only the second Indian to win the world championship title, following in the footsteps of the legendary Viswanathan Anand. With an impressive performance during the entire tournament, Gukesh proved that age is just a number and is ready to take on any challenge on and off the chessboard.
The final game of the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024 will decide whether 18-year-old Gukesh D of India becomes the youngest world champion in history or if reigning champion Ding Liren of China will continue his reign. If Game 14 ends in a draw, the two players will continue the battle in rapid tiebreaks according to the tournament's rules. The tension is high as both players enter the match with equal score of 6.5 points each, making it a must-watch game for all chess enthusiasts. Stay tuned for updates from the exciting final round between Ding Liren and Gukesh D!
Gukesh and Ding Liren fought to a hard-fought draw in the 13th game of the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024. Despite significant pressure from the Indian teenager, Ding Liren defended resolutely and avoided defeat. With just one game remaining, both players are tied at 6.5 points, setting the stage for a thrilling final match. Stay tuned for live updates and analysis.
In a thrilling and dramatic game, teenager Gukesh went head to head with world champion Ding Liren in Game 7 of the FIDE World Chess Championship, with both players tied at three points each. Despite holding a strong advantage on the board and the clock, Gukesh was unable to secure a win, with Ding Liren ultimately managing to escape with a draw. The game lasted a record-breaking 5 hours and 20 minutes, with both players now trying to outmaneuver each other as they head into the final stretch of the competition. Many top chess players have criticized the level of play in the tournament so far, with some even expressing disappointment in the young Gukesh's performance.
Gukesh, the 18-year-old chess prodigy from Chennai, is facing off against world champion Ding Liren in the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024. After a rest day, the battle has resumed and in game 4, Ding Liren catches Gukesh off guard with the Zukertort Opening. With the match tied at 1.5-1.5, all eyes are on Gukesh to see if he can maintain his mental toughness and secure another victory. Fans can follow the move-by-move action and play along in the interactive feature.
The FIDE World Chess Championship 2024 continues with an intense match-up between Gukesh and Ding Liren in Singapore. Game 1 saw Ding Liren claim victory with black pieces, but Gukesh is ready for redemption as he plays with the black pieces in Game 2. This match-up marks the first time since 2010 that a decisive result has been seen in the first game of the World Chess Championship. Gukesh is determined to bounce back and potentially follow in the footsteps of five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand, who had also lost Game 1 but eventually claimed the title. Tune in for all the live updates!
The first game of the highly-anticipated World Chess Championship between Indian prodigy Gukesh and defending world champion Ding Liren is underway in Singapore. The 18-year-old Gukesh is aiming to make history by becoming the youngest ever world champion, while Ding Liren is looking to redeem himself after a recent dip in form. Follow our live updates as the two chess titans go head to head in a 14-game battle for the prestigious title.