Indian Gukesh Dommaraju becomes youngest World Chess Champion at 18

YEREVAN, DECEMBER 12, ARMENPRESS. Indian chess prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju has etched his name in history as the youngest world chess champion, defeating China's Ding Liren in a dramatic final of the World Chess Championship held in Singapore.

At just 18 years old, Gukesh secured the title in a closely contested 14-game match, clinching victory with a 7.5-6.5 score. The decisive moment came in the final game, where Gukesh, playing black, capitalized on a critical blunder by Ding, who faltered under pressure despite a favorable position.

With this triumph, Gukesh becomes the 18th world chess champion, marking a new chapter in the sport’s history.