Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday praised world champion D Gukesh after the chess prodigy alongside together with his household met him. Highlighting the distinctive dedication and dedication of “India’s pleasure,” the Prime Minister shared his admiration for Gukesh, whom he has been “intently interacting” with for a number of years. In his tweet, the Prime Minister wrote, “Had a wonderful interplay with chess champion and India’s pleasure, @DGukesh! I’ve been intently interacting with him for a couple of years now, and what strikes me most about him is his dedication and dedication. His confidence is actually inspiring. Actually, I recall seeing a video of his a couple of years in the past the place he had stated he would grow to be the youngest world champion–a prediction that has now clearly come true because of his personal efforts.”
Had a wonderful interplay with chess champion and India’s pleasure, @DGukesh!
I’ve been intently interacting with him for a couple of years now, and what strikes me most about him is his dedication and dedication. His confidence is actually inspiring. Actually, I recall seeing a video… pic.twitter.com/gkLfUXqHQp
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 28, 2024
The Prime Minister’s phrases underscore the exceptional journey of Gukesh, who has achieved his aim of changing into the youngest world champion in chess, fulfilling a prediction he made years in the past. His success is a testomony to his arduous work and perseverance, and he continues to encourage many together with his confidence and dedication to the sport.
Gukesh made historical past earlier this month by defeating China’s Ding Liren within the decisive 14th recreation of the FIDE World Championship match held in Singapore.
The championship, tied at 6.5-6.5 heading into the ultimate recreation, culminated in a stellar efficiency by Gukesh, who secured a 7.5-6.5 victory over Ding Liren.
Following his triumph, Gukesh was overwhelmed with emotion and broke down in tears. He described the win because the “finest second of his life” through the post-match press convention.
Reflecting on the sport, Ding Liren stated, “I used to be completely in shock after I realized I made a blunder. I’ll proceed to play. I feel I performed my finest event of the yr. It might have been higher, however contemplating yesterday’s fortunate escape, it’s a truthful outcome to lose in the long run. I’ve no regrets.”
In a heartwarming gesture, Gukesh handed over the trophy to his mother and father instantly after receiving it.
As per FIDE, on the finish of recreation 13, the scores have been tied at six and a half factors every, with one classical recreation remaining. At that stage, a single transfer or mistake might make all of the distinction. The ultimate recreation lasted for 68 strikes.
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