Gukesh unfazed by Carlsen, Kramnik criticism, says ‘World Championship decided not just by…’ | – Times of India

Newly crowned chess world champion D Gukesh responded to critiques regarding the quality of his match against Ding Liren.He emphasized that victory in high-stakes matches isn’t solely determined by gameplay. He believes willpower and character are equally crucial, qualities he feels he amply demonstrated.At 18, Gukesh defeated Liren in the 14-game world championship match, scoring…

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‘Blunders are part of every championship’: Kasparov rejects Kramnik’s ‘end of chess’ claim | Chess News – Times of India

Garry Kasparov congratulated D Gukesh on becoming the youngest world chess champion. He acknowledged Gukesh’s achievement of reaching the pinnacle of chess.“He has summitted the highest peak of all: making his mother happy,” Kasparov posted on X. Kasparov noted Gukesh’s impressive journey, overcoming obstacles and opponents, especially considering his young age.“Gukesh impressively surmounted every obstacle…

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‘End of chess…’: Former world champion reacts to D Gukesh vs Ding Liren result | Chess News – Times of India

Former world champion Vladimir Kramnik expressed disappointment with the quality of chess displayed during the World Chess Championship match between D Gukesh and Ding Liren. He even went so far as to declare it the “end of chess as we know it.”Eighteen-year-old Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh secured the world chess championship title after defeating the…

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