NEW DELHI:
Indian chess sensation
D
Gukesh
, aged 17, made headlines worldwide after clinching victory in the prestigious International Chess Federation (FIDE) Candidates Chess Tournament 2024, held in Toronto, Canada.
Gukesh's triumph not only secured his place in chess history but also earned him the distinction of being the youngest-ever challenger to the world title.
In a thrilling final round on Monday, Gukesh emerged victorious, etching his name in the annals of chess history. His achievement marks a significant milestone for Indian chess, as he becomes only the second Indian player, after the legendary
Viswanathan Anand
, to win the esteemed Candidates Tournament.
Anand's triumph in 2014 paved the way for Gukesh to follow in his footsteps and carve his own legacy in the chess world.
Following his momentous win, Gukesh graciously engaged with fans at a special meet-up organized at
Trinity Bellwoods Park
in Toronto.
FIDE took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to share glimpses of the event, where Gukesh interacted with enthusiasts, signed autographs, and posed for photographs with admirers, including children who were inspired by his remarkable achievement.
"Gukesh D, winner of the 2024 #FIDECandidates, at a fan meetup in Trinity Bellwoods Park, Toronto, organized by @ChessbaseIndia! @DGukesh chatted with small kids and answered their questions, signed autographs, and happily smiled for selfies!," tweeted FIDE, highlighting the warmth and enthusiasm with which Gukesh engaged with his fans.
(With inputs from ANI)
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