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Gukesh used that ’Bridge!

Gukesh used that ’Bridge!

How India’s youngest-ever world chess champion gained immensely from being part of Viswanathan Anand-helmed online WestBridge Anand Chess Academy

15 December,2024 09:14 AM IST | Mumbai | Manisha Mohite
Gukesh used that ’Bridge!

Gukesh used that ’Bridge!

How India’s youngest-ever world chess champion gained immensely from being part of Viswanathan Anand-helmed online WestBridge Anand Chess Academy

15 December,2024 09:14 AM IST | Mumbai | Manisha Mohite
World Champion D Gukesh now owes Vidit Gujrathi the treat they once agreed upon

World Champion D Gukesh now owes Vidit Gujrathi the treat they once agreed upon

At just 18 years old, Gukesh has done what many only dream of: becoming the youngest-ever world chess champion after obliterating China’s Ding Liren

14 December,2024 09:25 AM IST | Mumbai | Srijanee Majumdar
Anand reflects on Gukesh’s journey with throwback photo after historic win

Anand reflects on Gukesh’s journey with throwback photo after historic win

Gukesh, at just 18, shattered a 38-year-old record held by Russian legend Garry Kasparov, who became World Champion at 22 in 1985

13 December,2024 09:42 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Gukesh says Viswanathan Anand's loss in 2013 inspired him to bring title back

Gukesh says Viswanathan Anand's loss in 2013 inspired him to bring title back

The 18-year-old made history on Thursday by becoming the youngest-ever champion in the history of the sport after defeating China's Ding Liren in the final game of their FIDE World Championship tie

12 December,2024 10:42 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
D Gukesh wins FIDE world champion 2024, India reacts

D Gukesh wins FIDE world champion 2024, India reacts

The 18-year-old has become the youngest chess champion player after beating title-holder Ding Liren of China in the 14th and last game in Singapore

12 December,2024 07:55 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Arjun Erigaisi to play at Norway Chess 2025

Arjun Erigaisi to play at Norway Chess 2025

“There are a lot of exciting things about Norway Chess, but for me, the time control and Armageddon format stand out the most to me,” said Erigaisi, 21

04 December,2024 08:24 AM IST | Stavanger (Norway) | PTI
R Ashwin meets Viswanathan Anand in ultimate 'fan boy moment'

R Ashwin meets Viswanathan Anand in ultimate 'fan boy moment'

This encounter between Ashwin and Anand is particularly significant given Ashwin's recent foray into the world of chess

10 November,2024 06:44 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Have you heard? Sreeleela in talks for Pati Patni Aur Woh 2

Have you heard? Sreeleela in talks for Pati Patni Aur Woh 2

The latest is that Sree is being considered for the role of the other woman in the sequel to Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019). Director Mudassar Aziz, is working on taking the narrative forward

01 November,2024 07:35 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist Team
Magnus Carlsen leads star-studded lineup at Tata Steel Chess India 2024

Magnus Carlsen leads star-studded lineup at Tata Steel Chess India 2024

Chess legend Viswanathan Anand will continue his esteemed association with the tournament as its ambassador

21 October,2024 02:53 PM IST | Kolkata | mid-day online correspondent

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