🏆 A New Grandmaster Emerges
India’s chess scene was thrilled on July 20, 2021, when 14-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju became the country’s youngest ever Chess Grandmaster. This prodigious achievement took place at the Noisiel Open in France.
👦 Gukesh’s Journey To The Top
Born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Gukesh displayed an interest in chess from a young age. Under the tutelage of his mentor, GM Vishnu Prasanna, Gukesh honed his skills and powered through national and international tournaments with grit and determination. With this historic achievement, he has surpassed even the legendary Viswanathan Anand, who became a Grandmaster at 18.
- Gukesh is now officially the second youngest Grandmaster in the world.
- He achieved this title at the age of 12 years, 7 months, and 17 days.
- He was just 17 days short of breaking the world record held by Sergey Karjakin of Russia.
💡 The Future Is Bright
The success of young talents like Gukesh signifies a bright future for Indian chess. His hard work, perseverance, and passion for the game are truly inspiring. As Gukesh continues to rise, he encourages more young Indians to follow in his footsteps and make their mark in the world of chess.
For more details about his journey, visit the official FIDE website.
🌟 Let’s celebrate Gukesh’s achievement and continue to support and inspire young talents across the nation!