Fri Dec 13 01:46:22 UTC 2024: ## Indian Chess Prodigy Gukesh Wins World Championship
**Singapore** – Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa Gukesh has defeated reigning champion Ding Liren of China to become the youngest-ever World Chess Champion. The victory came in the final, 14th round of the World Chess Championship held in Singapore. Playing with black pieces, Gukesh secured a decisive win, claiming the coveted title at just 18 years old.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has extended his congratulations to the young champion, praising Gukesh’s remarkable achievement on X (formerly Twitter). The Chief Minister stated that Gukesh’s win continues India’s strong chess legacy and reinforces Chennai’s position as a global chess capital.
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