8 months ago
Chess Champions Discuss Gukesh's Form
D Gukesh, the youngest chess world champion, has had a mixed year with some wins and some losses.
Viswanathan Anand, a famous chess player, says it's okay and that Gukesh will get better.
Gukesh has played in many tournaments and sometimes did well, like beating Magnus Carlsen.
But he also had some tough times, like losing in the Chess World Cup.
Anand thinks Gukesh is working hard and will improve.
Both are playing in a big chess league in Mumbai.
D Gukesh has had a mixed year since becoming the youngest world chess champion.
Viswanathan Anand is not worried about Gukesh's current form and expects him to bounce back.
Gukesh had some notable wins, including defeating Magnus Carlsen, but also faced losses in recent tournaments.
Anand praises Gukesh's willingness to experiment and learn from different formats.
Both Gukesh and Anand are participating in the Global Chess League in Mumbai.
- Who
- D Gukesh and Viswanathan Anand
- What
- Discussion on Gukesh's mixed performance since becoming world champion
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- When
- During the Global Chess League in Mumbai
- Why
- To provide perspective on Gukesh's recent struggles and future prospects
Key facts
- Player
- D Gukesh
- Age
- 19
- Title
- World Chess Champion
- Recent Performances
- Mixed results, including losses in FIDE Grand Swiss and Chess World Cup
- Viswanathan Anand's View
- Not worried, expects Gukesh to bounce back
- Event
- Global Chess League, Mumbai
- Anand's Role
- Icon player for Ganges Grandmasters
- Gukesh's Role
- Icon player for PBG Alaskan Knights
Quotes
Alireza Firouzja
Iranian-French Grandmaster and leader of the Triveni Continental Kings team.
“India is the biggest country in chess right now. Playing here is very exciting, and I am looking forward to it.”
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Viswanathan Anand
Five-time world chess champion and spearhead of the Ganges Grandmasters team.
“I love having two seconds, even if it is after move forty. I grew up without increments, but it’s nice to have them anyway. Last year I played without increments and lost out on time.”
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Volodar Murzin
Reigning World Rapid champion representing the American Gambits team.
“Increments are good because they add more good qualities to the game.”
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Arkady Dvorkovich
President of the international chess federation (FIDE).
“The GCL has an important role in FIDE’s strategic effort to popularise the sport and make it more attractive to the broader audience. I am certain that Season 3 will continue this evolution, showcasing the world’s best players and reinforcing FIDE’s commitment to making top-level chess more engaging, inclusive, and globally accessible.”
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Arjun Erigaisi
Indian Grandmaster and player for the PBG Alaskan Knights team.
“I am happy that the Global Chess League is happening in India. It’s a great opportunity for all the Indian chess fans to come and watch the top players in the world. I am quite excited, looking forward to it.”
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Sources
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