Gukesh Dommaraju, the 18-year-old chess grandmaster from Tamil Nadu, India has made history by becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion. He clinched the title in a gripping match against China’s Ding Liren, held in Singapore. Gukesh, often hailed as one of India’s brightest chess talents, stunned everyone with his skill and strategic brilliance edging out the defending champion with a 7.5-6.5 score. This incredible victory makes him not only the youngest champion in chess history but also the second Indian to achieve this feat after Vishwanathan Anand.
Gukesh Dommaraju’s historic win came in a dramatic 14th game of the World Chess Championship. The match seemed destined for a tiebreaker until Ding Liren made a critical error in the 55th move, allowing Gukesh to capitalize and secure victory. The International Chess Federation praised the young grandmaster’s gameplay as “near-perfect” with his unpredictable moves leaving even seasoned chess analysts impressed.
This remarkable achievement has drawn heartfelt congratulations from across the country from Indian leaders beloved Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister MK Stalin, sports icons Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag to and Indian cinema icons SS Rajamouli, Megastar Chiranjeevi expressing their pride.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared his admiration for Gukesh’s determination and talent, he tweeted saying, “Historic and exemplary! Congratulations to Gukesh D on his remarkable accomplishment. This is the result of his unparalleled talent, hard work and unwavering determination. His triumph has not only etched his name in the annals of chess history but has also inspired millions of young minds to dream big and pursue excellence. My best wishes for his future endeavours. @DGukesh”
Historic and exemplary!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 12, 2024
Congratulations to Gukesh D on his remarkable accomplishment. This is the result of his unparalleled talent, hard work and unwavering determination.
His triumph has not only etched his name in the annals of chess history but has also inspired millions… https://t.co/fOqqPZLQlr pic.twitter.com/Xa1kPaiHdg
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin also took to social media to commend Gukesh, who hails from the state. He wrote, “Congratulations to @DGukesh on becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion at 18! Your remarkable achievement continues India’s rich chess legacy and helps Chennai reaffirm its place as the global Chess Capital by producing yet another world-class champion. Tamil Nadu is proud of you!”
Congratulations to @DGukesh on becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion at 18!
— M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) December 12, 2024
Your remarkable achievement continues India's rich chess legacy and helps Chennai reaffirm its place as the global Chess Capital by producing yet another world-class champion.
Tamil Nadu is… pic.twitter.com/pQvyyRcmA1
Tollywood megastar Chiranjeevi expressed his excitement in an energetic post on X, saying, “WOW!!!! Just WOW !!! My heart swells with pride Dear @DGukesh !!! What A Phenomenal Feat!! India is Absolutely Proud of you!! 18th World Chess Champion at the Age of 18 & Only The 2nd Indian in History!!!! Above ALL Becoming the Youngest World Champion EVER!!!! India 🇮🇳 Rising Mera Bharat Mahaan !!!”
WOW!!!! Just WOW !!! My heart swells with pride Dear @DGukesh !!! 👏👏👏👏👏 What A Phenomenal Feat!!
— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) December 12, 2024
India is Absolutely Proud of you!! 🫡🫡18th World Chess Champion at the Age of 18 & Only The 2nd Indian in History!!!! Above ALL Becoming the Youngest World Champion EVER!!!! 😍…
Indian iconic filmmaker SS Rajamouli also celebrated Gukesh’s success, stating, “INDIA MAKES ITS MOVE AGAIN! 🇮🇳🇮🇳 Congratulations @DGukesh on becoming the world’s youngest chess champion and making the nation proud on the global stage. Jai Hind!”
INDIA MAKES ITS MOVE AGAIN! 🇮🇳🇮🇳
— rajamouli ss (@ssrajamouli) December 12, 2024
Congratulations @DGukesh on becoming the world’s youngest chess champion and making the nation proud on the global stage. Jai Hind!
Former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar applauded Gukesh, writing, “In a game of 64 squares, you’ve opened a world of endless possibilities. Congratulations, @DGukesh , on becoming the 18th World Champion at just 18! Following in Vishy’s footsteps, you’re now guiding the next wave of Indian chess prodigies. 🇮🇳”
In a game of 64 squares, you've opened a world of endless possibilities. Congratulations, @DGukesh, on becoming the 18th World Champion at just 18! Following in Vishy’s footsteps, you're now guiding the next wave of Indian chess prodigies. 🇮🇳♟️🏆
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) December 12, 2024
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Gukesh Dommaraju’s triumph marks a significant milestone for Indian chess and inspires countless young players to aim high. As World Chess Champion Gukesh Dommaraju continues to gain recognition, his achievement solidifies India’s growing influence on the global chess stage.
