Elon Musk, Sundar Pichai, and Adani Applaud Gukesh On Historic Win
Indian chess prodigy D. Gukesh has carved his name in the annals of history by becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion at the age of 18. Gukesh clinched the title in a thrilling 14-game final against reigning champion Ding Liren of China in Singapore. His 7.5-6.5 victory not only brought the prestigious title back to India but also ended a decade-long wait for the nation.
Following his win, Gukesh expressed his emotions, stating, “I am just living my dream.”
18th @ 18! pic.twitter.com/krXbIfewo0
— Gukesh D (@DGukesh) December 13, 2024
Congrats to Gukesh D , incredible to become youngest world champion at 18!! 🇮🇳🎈 https://t.co/ON20QjcKmN
— Sundar Pichai (@sundarpichai) December 12, 2024
All of India is dancing with you at this very moment @DGukesh ! #GukeshDing
— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) December 12, 2024
The symbolism and the meaning of this moment for all Indians is not to be spoken about—it is only to be imagined…
CHAK DE INDIAAAAAAAAAA! #GukeshDing #WorldChampion pic.twitter.com/sYElXvd4JH
— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) December 12, 2024
Stunning! At just 18, @DGukesh has made history! What an achievement – the youngest-ever undisputed classical chess world champion, beating the great Ding Liren!
This isn’t just a victory – it is a defining moment for India’s chess revolution, where an entire bold generation of… pic.twitter.com/EUkYbMsTS8
— Gautam Adani (@gautam_adani) December 12, 2024
Global Icons Congratulate the Rising Star
The young grandmaster’s triumph resonated globally, drawing accolades from prominent figures across industries.
- Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, extended his congratulations on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter.
- Sundar Pichai, Google’s CEO, shared his excitement, tweeting, “Congrats to Gukesh D, incredible to become youngest world champion at 18!”
- Gautam Adani, the business tycoon, lauded the achievement, calling it “stunning” in his social media post.
- Chess legend Garry Kasparov remarked on Gukesh’s victory, saying, “He has summitted the highest peak of all: making his mother happy.”
- Anand Mahindra posted a celebratory video of Gukesh dancing to a Rajinikanth song, writing, “All of India is dancing with you at this very moment, @DGukesh.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Gukesh’s accomplishment as “historic and exemplary,” while Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced a ₹5 crore incentive, terming the feat a “monumental achievement.”
A Journey of Determination and Excellence
Born on May 29, 2006, in Chennai, D. Gukesh is the son of ENT surgeon Dr. Rajinikanth and microbiologist Dr. Padma. He began playing chess at the age of seven and quickly demonstrated exceptional talent.
- In 2015, he won the U9 division at the Asian School Chess Championships.
- At 12, he clinched the U12 World Youth Chess Championship.
- He bagged five gold medals at the 2018 Asian Youth Chess Championships.
On December 12, 2024, Gukesh achieved his ultimate dream by defeating Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship final, cementing his legacy in the sport.
India Celebrates
The victory of D. Gukesh is not just a personal triumph but a national milestone. His unwavering dedication and skill have inspired millions, reaffirming India’s growing dominance in the world of chess.
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