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D Gukesh Becomes Youngest Challenger to World Chess Title
India's chess prodigy, 17-year-old Grandmaster D Gukesh, has etched his name in history by winning the prestigious Candidates Chess Tournament in Toronto. This remarkable achievement makes him the youngest ever contender for the world title. Gukesh's victory sets the stage for an upcoming clash with reigning world champion Ding Liren of China in November. With an impressive performance in the tournament, Gukesh secured nine points out of a possible 14, following a crucial draw in his final round game against Hikaru Nakamura. This win places him in the esteemed company of Viswanathan Anand as only the second Indian to clinch victory in the Candidates Chess Tournament. Gukesh's journey to this triumph has been marked by notable accomplishments, including earning the Grandmaster title at the age of 12 and winning a silver medal at the Hangzhou Asian Games. In addition to the glory, Gukesh also earned substantial prize money totaling €111,000 (~ Rs 98 lakhs), solidifying his status as a rising star in the world of chess.