Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh made history in December, becoming the youngest-ever world chess champion at 18. He defeated reigning champion Ding Liren in the 14th game of the World Chess Championship in Singapore, securing his title.

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• Gukesh defeated Ding Liren in the 14th and final game
• Became the youngest world champion, surpassing Kasparov’s 1985 record
• Ding Liren made a crucial blunder on the 55th move
• Gukesh won without needing a tie-breaker round
• His emotional reaction—tears of joy—went viral
• Called the moment “like a childhood dream come true”
• Quickly moved on, preparing for the next tournament
• Currently competing in the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam