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Magnus Carlsen, the former world chess champion, suffered an unexpected and costly blunder in a game against Gukesh Dommaraju at the Norway Chess tournament, leading to his first classical loss to the 19-year-old and prompting a table-banging reaction.
Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest world chess champion at 18, defeating China's Ding Liren in Singapore. Gukesh, who became a grandmaster at 12, has been supported by his family, the Indian chess community, and his mentor Viswanathan Anand. His victory marks a significant milestone in his career, as he aims to surpass Magnus Carlsen as the world's top player.
Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju has become the youngest-ever world chess champion at 18, defeating China's Ding Liren in the 2024 FIDE World Championship in Singapore. This victory surpasses Garry Kasparov's record, who won the title at 22 in 1985. Dommaraju's win, with a final score of 7.5 to 6.5, has been praised by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as an inspiring achievement for young minds.
India's Gukesh Dommaraju, at 18, has become the youngest world chess champion ever, defeating China's Ding Liren in the 2024 FIDE World Championship in Singapore. Dommaraju's victory came after a critical error by Liren, who attempted to force a draw but blundered. This win breaks the record previously held by Garry Kasparov, who became champion at 22. Dommaraju expressed disbelief and joy at his victory, while also showing respect for Liren's legacy in chess.
Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju has become the youngest-ever world chess champion at 18, defeating China's Ding Liren in the FIDE World Chess Championship held in Singapore. Dommaraju, who became a grandmaster at 12, won the final game after Ding made a critical mistake, securing a 7.5-6.5 victory. This achievement makes him the second Indian to win the title, following Viswanathan Anand. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Dommaraju's historic accomplishment.
Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju became the youngest world chess champion by defeating China's Ding Liren in Singapore. Gukesh, 18, capitalized on a critical blunder by Ding in the final game of their 14-game match, securing a 7½-6½ victory without needing tiebreakers. This win marks a historic achievement for Gukesh, who surpassed Garry Kasparov's record as the youngest world champion. Ding, who had been struggling with personal issues, was the defending champion after winning the title last year.
The 2024 FIDE World Championship continues with Game 3 between defending champion Ding Liren and challenger Gukesh Dommaraju on November 27 in Singapore. Ding currently leads 1.5-0.5, but Gukesh will have the advantage of playing with the white pieces. The match is a 14-game series, with the first to 7.5 points winning the title. The prize fund is $2,500,000, and if the match is tied, a playoff will occur. Fans can watch live streams and recaps from popular chess streamers.
The 2024 FIDE World Championship continues with Game 2 between defending champion Ding Liren and challenger Gukesh Dommaraju on November 26 in Singapore. Ding, who won the first game, will play with the white pieces. Fans can watch the match live and follow video recaps from popular chess streamers. The match is sponsored by Google and features new rules for faster games.
The 2024 World Chess Championship features 18-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju from India against reigning champion Ding Liren from China, but is notable for the absence of Magnus Carlsen, the five-time champion from Norway. Carlsen, considered the greatest of all time, vacated his title in 2022 due to lack of motivation. The championship faces challenges such as the need for modernization and geopolitical tensions, with Ding struggling in recent performances and Gukesh emerging as a strong contender. The event highlights a shift in chess dominance from Russia to China and India.
The upcoming Ding-Gukesh FIDE World Championship in Singapore is generating significant buzz, with many grandmasters predicting a decisive victory for Gukesh Dommaraju. While Gukesh is favored due to his recent form, some, like GM Fabiano Caruana, believe Ding Liren could still win. The match is seen as pivotal for the future of chess, with opinions divided on its significance as a world championship event. The 14-game series begins on November 22, with both players having unique strengths and challenges.
In the 2024 FIDE Candidates Tournament, Gukesh Dommaraju caught up with Ian Nepomniachtchi in the lead after defeating Nijat Abasov, while Nepomniachtchi survived a lost position against Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu. Hikaru Nakamura also won, trailing the leaders by a point, and Vidit Gujrathi missed a critical response against Fabiano Caruana, settling for a draw. In the Women's Candidates, Tan Zhongyi leads by half a point. The tournament's first rest day coincided with a solar eclipse, and the Candidates Blitz tournament took place, with Shakhriyar Mamedyarov and Ivan Cheparinov sharing first place.