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Kasparov: Gukesh in a 'Different Situation' Compared to Previous Champions
Garry Kasparov, a legendary chess player, shared his thoughts on the new world champion, Gukesh.
He believes Gukesh is in a unique situation because the top-ranked chess player, Magnus Carlsen, still exists.
Kasparov won his title by defeating the strongest player at the time, but Gukesh's victory came against a player who wasn't at his best due to health issues.
Kasparov praised Gukesh's achievement but noted that Carlsen is still considered the best.
He believes Gukesh has time to improve.
He also discussed the previous champion, Ding Liren, and his struggles after the pandemic.
Garry Kasparov discussed the current world chess champion, Gukesh.
Kasparov believes Gukesh is in a different situation because Magnus Carlsen is considered the best.
Gukesh defeated Ding Liren to become world champion.
Kasparov compared Gukesh's situation to his own, when he became world champion.
Kasparov praised Indian chess players and their progress.
- Who
- Garry Kasparov discussed the current world chess champion Gukesh, and previous champion Ding Liren.
- What
- Kasparov commented on Gukesh's recent world championship win.
- Where
- The Superbet Chess Classic in Bucharest, Romania.
- When
- Gukesh won the championship last year. Kasparov made his statements on May 14, 2025.
- Why
- Kasparov believes Gukesh faces a different challenge due to the presence of Magnus Carlsen, who is considered by many to be the best chess player.
Key facts
- D Gukesh
- Indian chess player
- Gukesh's age when he won the title
- 17
- Kasparov's age when he won the title
- 22
- Ding Liren's nationality
- China
- Viswanathan Anand
- 5-time world champion
