Thu Dec 05 17:27:34 UTC 2024: ## Indian Chess Prodigy Gukesh Holds Ding Liren in World Championship Clash
**Singapore** – The World Chess Championship match between India’s R Praggnanandhaa Gukesh and defending champion Ding Liren of China continues to be a nail-biting affair. After eight rounds in Singapore, the score remains tied at 4-4.
Both players have secured one win each, with six draws dominating the early stages of the 14-round match. Gukesh’s victory came in the third round, while Ding Liren triumphed in the first. The remaining six games have ended in draws, highlighting the intense strategic battle between the two players.
The current standings leave both players with 4 points each, with the first player to reach 7.5 points being crowned the world champion. The match is expected to continue to be fiercely contested as both players strive for a decisive edge. The remaining rounds will be crucial in determining the ultimate winner.
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