D Gukesh creates history, beats Ding Liren to become youngest World Chess Champion
India's D Gukesh, an 18-year-old Grand Master, has become the youngest-ever world chess champion after beating defending champion China's Ding Liren in Singapore on Thursday. He also became the second Indian after Viswanathan Anand to lift the title.
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D Gukesh made India proud after winning the World Chess Championship
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Gukesh defeated China’s Ding Liren 7.5-6.5 in the title clash on Thursday in Singapore
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Gukesh was overwhelmed as tears rolled down his cheeks after the historic triumph
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Gukesh broke Garry Kasparov’s 39-year-old record to become the youngest world champion
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Gukesh became the second Indian after the legendary Viswanathan Anand to win the title
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After winning the world title, Gukesh spoke about his aspirations of facing Magnus Carlsen, the five-time world champion.
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After Gukesh won, he was showered with praises from famous personalities including Anand, Kasparov, Judit Polgar and others.
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