Chess legend Garry Kasparov lauded D Gukesh’s world championship win, dismissing criticisms about the match quality and celebrating India’s rising dominance in the chess world. He compared Gukesh’s achievement to scaling the highest peak, emphasizing the young champion’s impressive journey and preparation.
Chess world champion Magnus Carlsen has joined the chorus of voices opposing the potential reinstatement of Russia and Belarus to the International Chess Federation (FIDE). Carlsen, speaking at a FIDE gala in Budapest, urged the governing body not to readmit the two countries, citing the ongoing war in Ukraine and echoing the sentiments of fellow chess legend Garry Kasparov. The move comes ahead of a crucial vote this weekend on whether to adopt a controversial proposal to allow Russia and Belarus back into the federation.
17-year-old Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh has made history by winning the Candidates Chess Tournament, becoming the youngest-ever challenger to the world title. Gukesh’s victory surpasses the previous record held by Garry Kasparov for 40 years.
