D. Gukesh: The Young Indian Chess Grandmaster

Meet D. Gukesh, the young Indian chess grandmaster who is taking the chess world by storm. Born on May 29, 2006, in Chennai, India, Gukesh became a grandmaster at the age of 12 years and 7 months, making him the youngest Indian to achieve this feat.

Early Life and Career

Gukesh started playing chess at the age of 7 and quickly rose through the ranks. He won his first international tournament at the age of 9 and went on to win several national and international titles.

Achievements

-Became a grandmaster at the age of 12 years and 7 months

– Won the 2018 World Youth Chess Championship

– Won the 2020 Tata Steel Chess Tournament

– Youngest Indian to achieve the title of grandmaster

Awards and Recognition

-Arjuna Award (2020)

– Kalaimamani Award (2020)

– Featured in several national and international media outlets, including The Times of India, The Hindu, and (link unavailable)

Quotes and Interviews

“I want to become the world chess champion one day.” – D. Gukesh

“Gukesh is a talented player with a bright future ahead of him.” – Viswanathan Anand, Indian chess grandmaster

Google Celebrates D. Gukesh with a Special Doodle

Today, Google celebrated the achievements of Indian chess grandmaster D. Gukesh with a special doodle. The doodle features Gukesh in a thoughtful pose, with a chessboard and pieces in the background.

The doodle was created by a guest artist and features Gukesh in a simple yet powerful design. The doodle is a testament to Gukesh’s achievements and his contribution to the world of chess.