What fuels India's surge in chess champions?
At 18, D Gukesh has become the youngest World Chess Champion, defeating Ding Liren and becoming India’s second world champion after Viswanathan Anand. His success highlights his hard work, parental support, and India's improving chess infrastructure.
D Gukesh,at the tender age of 18,has etched his name in history as the youngest and the 18th World Chess Champion by triumphing over China's Ding Liren.This remarkable achievement establishes him as India's second world champion, following the legendary Viswanathan Anand.Gukesh's victory is not just a testament to his exceptional talent but also a narrative of audacious aspirations ,relentless hard work ,and the unwavering support of his parents.
Renowned chess grandmaster Garry Kasparov himself celebrated Gukesh's victory,understanding the immense sacrifices his parents made to nurture his talent.Kasparov's recognition of Gukesh's journey highlights the crucial role that parental dedication and belief play in the success of young prodigies.Gukesh's path to become a world champion is an inspiring tale of setting bold goals and committing oneself to achieving them with persistence and determination.
Furthermore,Gukesh's success shines a light on evolving chess infrastructure in India.Adecade ago , the resources, support systems, and training facilities needed to develop a champion like him were scarcely available.Today, academies such as the WestBridge Anand Chess Academy(WACA) are instrumental in shaping young talent, by a network of elite coaches and trainers.This transformation signifies India's burgeoning status as a powerhouse in the global chess arena.
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