In a thrilling conclusion to the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, D. Gukesh has emerged as the successor to Magnus Carlsen, claiming the title after an intense 14-game series against Ian Nepomniachtchi. The final match, Round 14, concluded in a draw, solidifying Gukesh’s lead in the overall score at 7.5 – 6.5. Gukesh’s triumph makes him the youngest World Champion in history at the age of 18, surpassing the previous record held by Carlsen. He expressed his overwhelming joy, saying, ‘It’s a dream come true for me to be World Champion.’ The match was characterized by Gukesh’s strategic prowess, which left commentators and spectators in awe. Former world champion Vladimir Kramnik praised Gukesh’s intelligence on the board and expressed confidence in his future, stating, ‘He is a prodigy and will carry the torch of chess forward.’ The finale was witnessed by several prominent figures in chess, including Sachin Tendulkar, who remarked on the historic significance of Gukesh’s win with, ‘What he has achieved is extraordinary for Indian chess and sports in general.’ Gukesh’s victory is set to redefine the landscape of chess, inspiring a new generation of players in India and around the world.
D. Gukesh Crowned World Chess Champion After Historic Victory
