Gukesh D Makes History as Youngest Chess World Champion: Twitter Erupts in Praise, President Murmu, PM Modi Congratulate

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In an unprecedented moment for Indian and global chess, 18-year-old Grandmaster D Gukesh has made history by becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion. In a dramatic finish to the World Chess Championship 2024 in Singapore, Gukesh triumphed over defending champion Ding Liren of China in a gripping Game 14, securing the title at just 18 years and 8 months.

This victory marks a monumental achievement for Indian chess, with Gukesh now holding the title of the youngest ever to claim the World Chess Championship, surpassing Garry Kasparov's record of 22 years and 6 months. He also becomes only the second Indian after Viswanathan Anand to win the prestigious title.

His emotional reaction, seen in viral videos where he was moved to tears after shaking hands with Ding, has captured the hearts of fans worldwide. The final game, which had been closely contested, appeared to be heading towards a draw when Ding Liren made a critical blunder by misplacing his rook.

Gukesh seized the opportunity with precision, leading to a decisive win and a dramatic end to the championship. This victory comes after a series of tough games that saw Gukesh not only display impeccable skill but also immense mental fortitude.

Having started the championship trailing, Gukesh's resilience and strategic brilliance allowed him to ultimately dethrone the defending champion. Twitter exploded with reactions from across the globe, reflecting the widespread admiration for the young prodigy.

One fan shared, "I don't follow chess as much as other sports, but I am happy and proud of Gukesh. Absolutely nailed it in the finals." This sentiment highlights how Gukesh's achievement has transcended the chess community, resonating deeply with sports fans from all fields.

However, not all reactions were positive. A Russian Chess Grandmaster stirred controversy when he commented, "No comment. Sad. End of chess as we know it." Indian fans were quick to respond, with one retorting, "Can't digest Gukesh winning? Respect for you as a chess legend but you could have shown some grace here."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu also congratulated Gukesh on social media, further highlighting the significance of his achievement for India. In response to his win, one tweet succinctly summed up the moment: "History scripted: At just 18, Gukesh Dommaraju has conquered the chess world, crowned world chess champion."