India's D Gukesh Becomes World Chess Champion!

India's D Gukesh became the youngest-ever world champion when the 18-year-old defeated reigning champions from China, Ding Liren, on Thursday at the World Chess Championship 2024

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Gukesh defeated Liren in the 14th and last game of a thrilling showdown to claim the world title

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Gukesh defeated Liren in the 14th and last game of a thrilling showdown to claim the world title

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Before Gukesh's feat on Thursday, the legendary Garry Kasparov of Russia was the youngest world chess champion when he won the title at the age of 22

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Gukesh had entered the match as the youngest ever challenger to the world crown after winning the Candidates tournament earlier this year

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"I've been dreaming about this moment for 10 years! Every chess player wants to experience this. I am living my dreams. Thanks to God first of all," Gukesh said after his win

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The Indian youngster also added the contribution of his trainer and Paddy Upton in the lead up to the competition

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