D Gukesh Makes History As Youngest World Chess Champion, Defeats Ding Liren In Game 14

D Gukesh has made history by defeating Ding Liren in the 14th round of the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship to become the youngest ever World Chess Champion. In a tense finale, Gukesh capitalized on a blunder from Ding on move 55, taking control of the game and ultimately claiming victory with a final score of 7.5-6.5. After a strong start in the 11th round, Gukesh faced a setback in the 12th but kept his composure throughout the remaining rounds. His victory marks the breaking of Garry Kasparov’s long-standing record. Gukesh’s success was supported by his dedicated team, including Paddy Upton, Grzegorz Gajewski, and Pentala Harikrishna, who helped him prepare mentally and physically for the challenge. Their guidance, along with the unwavering support of his family, played a crucial role in his remarkable achievement.

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Updated on: 12 December 2024 8:25 pm

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World Chess Championship 2024: D Gukesh of India responds to defeating Ding Liren of China | Photo: FIDE/Eng Chin An via PTI

India's D Gukesh reacts after beating title-holder China’s Ding Liren in the 14th and last game of the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, in Singapore. Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh on Thursday became the youngest world chess champion at 18 years after beating Ding Liren of China in the game of a thrilling showdown here.

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World Chess Championship 2024: India's D Gukesh addresses the media | Photo: FIDE/Eng Chin An via PTI

India's D Gukesh addresses the media after beating title-holder China’s Ding Liren in the 14th and last game of the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, in Singapore.

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World Chess Championship 2024: China’s Ding Liren during a press conference | Photo: FIDE/Eng Chin An via PTI

China’s Ding Liren during a press conference after he lost to India's D Gukesh in the 14th and last game of the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, in Singapore.

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World Chess Championship 2024: D Gukesh being congratulated after he defeated Ding Liren | Photo: FIDE/Eng Chin An via PTI

India's D Gukesh being congratulated after he defeated title-holder China’s Ding Liren in the 14th and last game of the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, in Singapore.

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India's D Gukesh responds to defeating China’s Ding Liren in the 2024 World Chess Championship | Photo: FIDE/Eng Chin An via PTI

India's D Gukesh reacts after beating title-holder China’s Ding Liren in the 14th and last game of the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, in Singapore.

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World Chess Championship 2024: Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh became the youngest world chess champion | Photo: FIDE/Eng Chin An via PTI

India's D Gukesh reacts after beating title-holder China’s Ding Liren in the 14th and last game of the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, in Singapore.

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