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Indian chess prodigy Gukesh D, at just 18 years old, has become the youngest World Chess Champion in history. He sealed his victory at the FIDE World Championship 2024 with a decisive win in Game 14, finishing the tournament with 2783 points, ahead of Ding Liren’s 2728.
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This historic achievement places Gukesh among the greatest in the game, inspiring a new generation of chess enthusiasts worldwide.
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