2024-12-13 19:30:00 :
December 13, 2024: D. Gukesh’s incredible victory at the FIDE World Chess Championship not only made him the youngest world chess champion in history but also sparked pride and excitement across India Waves of joy. The 18-year-old prodigy’s thrilling final victory over China’s Ding Liren on December 12 put him firmly in the spotlight as one of the brightest young talents in the global chess world.
Gukesh’s victory was a landmark achievement not only for him but also for Indian chess, marking a historic moment in the country’s growing dominance in the chess world. Earlier this year, Gukesh made headlines when he became the youngest ever challenger to the 2024 FIDE Candidates Chess Championship, a world championship victory that cemented his place in the global chess community.
News of his win prompted admiration and congratulations from fans, celebrities and public figures around the world. Bollywood stars, in particular, took to social media to celebrate the young champion’s success.
SS Rajamouli wrote: “India in action again! Congratulations to @DGukesh for becoming the world’s youngest chess champion and making the country proud on the global stage. Jay Shinde!”
Amitabh Bachchan tweeted: “T 5222 – Gukesh D World Chess Champion.. Youngest in the world.. You have made us all proud.. Because of you, the entire The world salutes India..JAI HIND.”
Jr. NTR wished Gukesh “many more wins”.
Sachin Tendulkar writes In the game of 64 squares, you open up a world of endless possibilities. Congratulations to @DGukesh for becoming the 18th World Champion at just 18 years old! Following in Vichy’s footsteps, you are now guiding the next wave of Indian chess prodigies.
actor Arjun Kapoor Sharing a heartfelt message on his Instagram Story, he wrote, “Congratulations Gukesh for such an amazing achievement at this age, you have made every Indian proud.”
director Karan Johar praised Gukesh’s journey, sharing on social media, “The best thing you will see on the internet…the winning faces, the compassion, the years of resilience… ”
actor Samantha Ruth PrabhuKnown for her heartfelt social media posts, she also congratulated the champion, writing: “Champion of the world. Champion of our hearts.”
Other stars also like it Ranveer Singh and Bhumi Pednekar Gukesh’s historic win was also celebrated and pride was expressed for his achievement.
In an emotional post-match press conference, Gukesh was still processing the enormity of his victory, describing it as “the best moment of his life.” When asked about the significance of the win, he said: “I’m still trying to digest it, but I’m extremely proud of making history.”
Gukesh’s opponent, Ding LirenHaving been heroic throughout the series, he admitted the competition was fierce and was disappointed with the final result. “I was completely shocked when I realized I’d made a mistake,” Ding admits. However, he showed grace in defeat, saying: “I thought I played my best game of the year. It could have been better, but given the lucky escape yesterday, I think the result was fair. I have no regrets. “
The final game of the tournament capped off an intense series. Game 13 ended in a draw, and the high-stakes final round had begun. Gukesh’s ability to stay calm under pressure and his decisive play in the final ultimately won him the title, ensuring his place in chess history.
This victory marks the culmination of years of hard work, dedication and resilience by Gukesh and is a testament to the talent development in Indian chess. It’s also a momentous occasion for Gukesh’s home state of Tamil Nadu, and it’s clear that the state’s support for its chess players continues to play an important role in nurturing world-class talent.
Gukesh’s victory sends a powerful message to aspiring young chess players in India and around the world: With determination and hard work, extraordinary achievements can be achieved. The Indian chess community can be proud of this rising star and the entire country can celebrate the glory of Gukesh’s historic victory.
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