India, chess and Dommaraju Gukesh

Youngest ever chess world champion Gukesh Dommaraju returns home to rock star welcome in India
Gukesh Dommaraju returned home to jubilant scenes at Chennai International Airport on Monday having become the youngest ever chess world champion last week.
Dommaraju Gukesh’s win will accelerate India’s chess ambitions
O n December 16th throngs of fans waited outside Chennai airport to cheer Dommaraju Gukesh, the 18-year-old world chess champion, on his return to his home city. Mr Gukesh is the youngest ever person to win the title.
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Dommaraju Gukesh and India’s Chess Comeback
He beat China’s Ding Liren to become world champion, reflecting New Delhi’s rise.
Indian Gukesh Dommaraju, 18, becomes the youngest ever chess world champion after Ding Liren blunder
Teenager Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest-ever undisputed classical chess world champion after beating Ding Liren 7.5-6.5 in their best-of-14 final in Singapore on Thursday.
Teen chess prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju becomes youngest world champion: "I did not really expect to win"
The usually shy and reserved teen burst into tears after nearly three weeks and 14 games of intense battle against his opponent.
Chess prodigy Gukesh beats Ding to become the youngest world champion
The Indian teen prodigy has long been considered a rising star in the chess world after he became a chess grandmaster at 12.
Gukesh Dommaraju Beats Ding Liren & Becomes Youngest World Chess Champion
Are you curious about Gukesh Dommaraju and his remarkable achievements? The Indian chess prodigy has made history as the youngest world chess champion, showcasing extraordinary talent and determination.
Gukesh Championship Win Fuels Chess Dreams In India
India's aspiring chess players and their parents woke up Friday with big dreams after 18-year-old hometown hero Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest world champion.
Indian chess king Gukesh returns to hero's welcome
India's chess star Gukesh Dommaraju returned to a hero's welcome in his home city on Monday after becoming the youngest world champion aged only 18.- 'Inspired millions' - Gukesh's father, a doctor, has been by his son's side in a rollercoaster ride that took off when he became India's youngest grandmaster aged 12 years,
Indian players to win FIDE World Chess Championship
By winning the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, D Gukesh has joined Viswanathan as the only Indian winners of the competition.
When Will D. Gukesh, Youngest Chess Champion, Play His Next Tournament?
Notably, Gukesh has opted out of the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championship in New York, where India will instead be represented by stars like Arjun Erigaisi and R. Praggnanandhaa.
'Not sending D Gukesh to school was tough call,' says mother Padma Kumari
D Gukesh, 18, won the World Chess Championship. He defeated Ding Liren. Gukesh's family made a bold move. They took him out ...
Gukesh’s father Rajinikanth reveals how the team of youngest world chess champion was built
Gukesh’s father Rajinikanth explained how the team of his son, which helped him become the youngest world chess champion, was ...
‘He will never be like Magnus Carlsen’: D Gukesh’s chief trainer makes staggering comparison, claims ‘doesn’t like to…’
D Gukesh’s historic win against Ding Liren in Singapore sent the world into a state of frenzy as the 18-year-old became the ...
'I Was Going Mad, Shouted At My Son': Gukesh's Father Makes Candid Confession On Emotional Outbursts During World Chess Championship
Gukesh's father, Rajinikanth, shared his views on supporting his son during his chess journey. He highlighted that offering ...
Viswanathan Anand’s prediction on Gukesh facing Arjun Erigaisi in next World Chess Championship
After Gukesh’s historical World Chess Championship win in Singapore, there has been plenty of chatter about who will take on ...
What rides on the Gukesh Gambit
Gukesh Dommaraju, an 18-year-old chess prodigy, has become a new icon in India after winning the World Chess Championship.
Now, I can enjoy and play more freely: D Gukesh
D Gukesh, the 18-year-old world chess champion, embraces the challenges of his title with a focus on enjoying the game.