In his first interview on ChessBase India, 11-year-old D Gukesh mentioned that his goal is to become the youngest World Chess Champion. 7 years later, the boy from Chennai, now a 18-year-old adult, has become the World Chess Champion by defeating Ding Liren 7.5-6.5!

This match was all about never giving up. Gukesh came back from a loss on game 3, Ding Liren came back from a loss on Game 12. Trying on in an equal position with the Black pieces, pushing for an advantage is what led Gukesh to win this World Championship match!

A great match, an unforgettable spectacle, and it is Gukesh who takes the World Champion title to India after 10 long years. What a day!

Just let this sink in - in just one year Gukesh won the Candidates, Team Gold for India in the Olympiad, and now the World Chess Championship. What a year!