Fri Dec 13 02:45:41 UTC 2024: ## Chennai School Celebrates as Gujrathi Becomes Youngest World Chess Champion
**CHENNAI, December 12 (PTI)** – Velammal School in Chennai is abuzz with celebrations after its alumnus, D. Gukesh, became the youngest-ever world chess champion. Gukesh secured the title by defeating Ding Liren of China with a score of 7.5-6.5.
The school, a known incubator of chess talent, including rising star R. Praggnanandhaa, boasts a dedicated chess program providing specialized training to hundreds of aspiring players. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the school’s history and further solidifies Chennai’s reputation as a chess powerhouse.
S. Velavan, co-coordinator of chess at Velammal, attributed the city’s chess success to the inclusion of the game in the school curriculum and the inspirational influence of past champions like Viswanathan Anand. The entire school community eagerly awaits Gukesh’s return to celebrate his historic win.
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