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.
D Gukesh, the youngest-ever player to win the FIDE Candidates tournament, secured his position as the second Indian to join Vishwanathan Anand in a fight for the Chess World Championship title. Gukesh's victory has made headlines as he will now challenge current champion Ding Liren of China in the upcoming World Chess Championship match. In other results, Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa and Vaishali Rameshbabu also had standout performances, while Tan Zhongyi was crowned the winner in the FIDE Women's Candidates tournament.
After a grueling 14 rounds, 17-year-old Gukesh emerged as the winner of the elite FIDE Candidates Chess Championship, earning the right to challenge reigning World Champion, Ding Liren. Gukesh is only the second Indian to win this highly competitive event, following in the footsteps of five-time World Champion Viswanathan Anand. Gukesh's stellar performance was highlighted by his score of 9 points, with his only loss coming against Alireza Firouzja. Despite being ranked sixth out of eight players, Gukesh proved his skill and potential on the global stage.
In a high stakes game, Indian teenager D Gukesh is just one win away from becoming the youngest ever player to compete at the World Chess Championship. With a slight edge over veteran Hikaru Nakamura, Gukesh holds his fate in his own hands as he takes on Nakamura in the final round of the FIDE Chess Candidates tournament. Meanwhile, other top contenders for the championship title, including India's Vidit Gujrathi, are also in the mix for a chance at victory in the nail-biting final round. Follow our live coverage for all the latest updates on the thrilling final round of the tournament.
Indian chess player D Gukesh is making waves in the international chess community with his recent performances, including his current position as co-leader in the FIDE Candidates tournament, with only two rounds left. Gukesh is seeking to secure a spot in the upcoming World Chess Championship with his exceptional gameplay. Other Indian players are also in the running, making it a promising tournament for Indian chess.
Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh is fighting for a place in the World Chess Championship as he competes against Alireza Firouzja in the second to last round of the FIDE Candidates tournament. With only two rounds left, Gukesh is in a tie for first place with Ian Nepomniachtchi and Hikaru Nakamura. Fellow Indian players Praggnanandhaa and Vidit Santosh Gujrathi are also actively participating in the tournament.
In a must-win game against Alireza Firouzja, Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh traded queens and went on to defeat the French GM, securing the sole lead in the FIDE Chess Candidates tournament. Gukesh, who is aiming to become the youngest ever World Chess Championship contender, is now on the brink of qualifying for the prestigious event. Meanwhile, fellow Indian players Vidit Santosh Gujrathi and Praggnanandhaa had mixed results, with Vidit drawing and Praggnanandhaa losing to top-ranked players. In the women's event, Vaishali Rameshbabu continued her impressive streak, securing her fourth consecutive win.