Indian Teen Gukesh Dommaraju Becomes Youngest World Chess Champion

Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju has made history by becoming the youngest world chess champion at 18.

He achieved this remarkable feat by defeating the defending champion, Ding Liren, in a thrilling match held in Singapore.

Gukesh, who hails from Chennai, has been a grandmaster since he was 12 years and seven months old.

His victory in the FIDE World Chess Championship, which has a prize fund of $2.5 million, is the pinnacle of his career so far.

Gukesh's journey to the top has been marked by numerous achievements, including winning individual gold medals at the last two Chess Olympiads and leading India to team medals.

He has been mentored by former world champion Viswanathan Anand and supported by his family and the Indian chess community.

Despite his young age, Gukesh has shown extraordinary talent and determination. He aims to become the best chess player in the world and have a long career at the top.