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In Focus by The Hindu
17-year-old Challenger: How Gukesh made chess history | In Focus podcast
Apr 23, 2024
17-year-old Indian chess prodigy, Gukesh Dommaraju, discusses his historic win at the Candidates tournament. Journey from nearly missing qualification to nail-biting victory. Insights on the evolution of the Candidates tournament and the challenges faced in the world of chess.
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- Gukesh made history by winning the Candidates tournament, securing the right to challenge the world champion.
- Discussion on the evolution of the candidates tournament system and the impact of Magnus Carlsen's absence.
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Gukesh's Historic Victory in the Candidates Tournament
Gukesh made history by becoming the second Indian after Vyanaals to win a candidates event, earning the right to challenge the world champion. His journey was challenging, barely qualifying for the tournament due to a last-minute event in Chennai. Despite nail-biting moments, he emerged victorious. Koneeru Hampi and R. Vaishali also performed well.
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