In 2024, Indian chess achieved a historic milestone as D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi emerged as the new faces of the game, marking the rise of the ‘Golden Generation’ of Indian chess. This generation follows in the footsteps of Viswanathan Anand, whose legacy has inspired the current crop of young players.

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• D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi have led the charge of India’s ‘Golden Generation’ in chess in 2024.
• Gukesh’s breakthrough year includes becoming the youngest-ever champion at the 2024 Candidates Tournament at age 17.
• Gukesh’s victory in the Candidates earned him a spot in the World Chess Championship and marked his rise as the top-ranked Indian chess player.
• He defeated high-profile players such as R Praggnanandhaa, Vidit Gujrathi, and Alireza Firouzja in the Candidates Tournament.
• Gukesh’s spectacular performance helped India win its first-ever gold medal in the Open category at the 45th Chess Olympiad in 2024.
• Gukesh’s individual performance at the Chess Olympiad included 8 wins in 10 rounds, and he secured the gold medal on Board 1.
• Arjun Erigaisi has been a key contributor to India’s success, adding depth to the country’s chess prowess.
• The 2024 Chess Olympiad marked a historic victory, with India winning gold medals in both the Open and Women’s sections.
• The rise of Gukesh and Erigaisi signals a bright future for Indian chess as the next generation takes over.
• India’s success at the Chess Olympiad and other tournaments in 2024 cements the country’s place as a chess powerhouse.