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Apr 25, 2024
By sports.ndtv.com

NDTV Exclusive: Behind D Gukesh's Rise, A "Risky Decision Opposed By Family'

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh became the youngest challenger to the world title following his triumph at the prestigious Candidates Chess Tournament in Toronto earlier this week. The 17-year-old is the first Indian after the great Viswanathan Anand to win the Candidates Tournament. Speaking to NDTV, Gukesh's father, Dr Rajinikanth said his decision to quit medicine practice has finally paid off. Rajnikanth, who is a surgeon, had quit his practice to help his son achieve his dreams.

Apr 26, 2024
By sports.ndtv.com

"Have Heavily Benefitted From His Academy": Gukesh D On Chess Legend Viswanathan Anand

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh on Thursday thanked the legendary Viswanathan Anand for playing a huge role in shaping his career, saying "I wouldn't have been close to what I am now if it wasn't for him". The 17-year-old Grandmaster scripted history on Monday by winning the Candidates Chess Tournament in Toronto to become the youngest ever challenger to the world title, beating a record created by the legendary Garry Kasparov 40 years ago. The triumph paved the way for Gukesh's clash against reigning world champion Ding Liren of China later this year.

Apr 25, 2024
By sports.ndtv.com

"Have Heavily Benefitted From His Academy": Gukesh D On Chess Legend Viswanathan Anand

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh on Thursday thanked the legendary Viswanathan Anand for playing a huge role in shaping his career, saying "I wouldn't have been close to what I am now if it wasn't for him". The 17-year-old Grandmaster scripted history on Monday by winning the Candidates Chess Tournament in Toronto to become the youngest ever challenger to the world title, beating a record created by the legendary Garry Kasparov 40 years ago. The triumph paved the way for Gukesh's clash against reigning world champion Ding Liren of China later this year.

Apr 25, 2024
By sports.ndtv.com

NDTV Exclusive: Behind D Gukesh's Rise, A "Risky Decision Opposed By Family'

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh became the youngest challenger to the world title following his triumph at the prestigious Candidates Chess Tournament in Toronto earlier this week. The 17-year-old is the first Indian after the great Viswanathan Anand to win the Candidates Tournament. Speaking to NDTV, Gukesh's father, Dr Rajinikanth said his decision to quit medicine practice has finally paid off. Rajnikanth, who is a surgeon, had quit his practice to help his son achieve his dreams.

Mar 02, 2024
By sports.ndtv.com

"My Kidnappers, Let Me Go": Viswanathan Anand's Post Viral. Provides Details

Viswanathan Anand is not only a legend of Indian sport but he seems to have great sense of humour too. On Friday, the man, who has been instrumental in making chess attractive for many Indian kids, posted an interesting plea on social media medium X. "At the Airport! My Kidnappers, let me go. @alexandrabotez @itsandreabotez," he wrote. At first sight, such a post would raise tension. The comment went viral on social media too. However, Viswanathan Anand quickly started a X thread to allay any fears of his fans.

Mar 01, 2024
By sports.ndtv.com

"My Kidnappers, Let Me Go": Viswanathan Anand's Post Viral. Provides Details

Viswanathan Anand is not only a legend of Indian sport but he seems to have great sense of humour too. On Friday, the man who has been instrumental in making chess attractive for many Indian kids, posted an interesting plea on social media medium X. "At the Airport! My Kidnappers, let me go. @alexandrabotez @itsandreabotez," he wrote. At first sight, such a post would raise tension. The comment went viral on social media too. However, Viswanathan Anand quickly started a X thread to allay any fears by his fans.

Mar 01, 2024
By sports.ndtv.com

R Praggnanandhaa Commits Blunder, Loses Second Round Match In Prague

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa committed a time-pressure blunder as he suffered defeat at the hands of Parham Maghsoodloo of Iran in the second round of Prague Masters Chess tournament in Prague. The defeat ended Praggnanandhaa's impressive 47-game unbeaten streak in Classical Chess. The 18-year-old Praggnanandhaa also lost the top ranking in live ratings among Indians -- a spot reclaimed by the legendary Viswanathan Anand who is also the brand ambassador of this event. D Gukesh, meanwhile, came up with an impressive performance with black pieces to beat Nguyen Thai Dai Van of Czech Republic while the other three games in the 10-player round-robin event ended in a draw.

Feb 29, 2024
By sports.ndtv.com

R Praggnanandhaa Commits Blunder, Loses Second Round Match In Prague

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa committed a time-pressure blunder as he suffered defeat at the hands of Parham Maghsoodloo of Iran in the second round of Prague Masters Chess tournament in Prague. The defeat ended Praggnanandhaa's impressive 47-game unbeaten streak in Classical Chess. The 18-year-old Praggnanandhaa also lost the top ranking in live ratings among Indians -- a spot reclaimed by the legendary Viswanathan Anand who is also the brand ambassador of this event. D Gukesh, meanwhile, came up with an impressive performance with black pieces to beat Nguyen Thai Dai Van of Czech Republic while the other three games in the 10-player round-robin event ended in a draw.

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NDTV Exclusive: Behind D Gukesh's Rise, A "Risky Decision Opposed By Family'

"Have Heavily Benefitted From His Academy": Gukesh D On Chess Legend Viswanathan Anand

"Have Heavily Benefitted From His Academy": Gukesh D On Chess Legend Viswanathan Anand

NDTV Exclusive: Behind D Gukesh's Rise, A "Risky Decision Opposed By Family'

"My Kidnappers, Let Me Go": Viswanathan Anand's Post Viral. Provides Details

"My Kidnappers, Let Me Go": Viswanathan Anand's Post Viral. Provides Details

R Praggnanandhaa Commits Blunder, Loses Second Round Match In Prague

R Praggnanandhaa Commits Blunder, Loses Second Round Match In Prague