Gukesh created history on December 12, becoming the youngest-ever and the second Indian FIDE World Chess Champion defeating former champion Ding Liren, and started his first morning as title-winner with a photo shoot with the prestigious trophy, which will be presented to the 18-year-old in a closing ceremony later this evening. Gukesh refrained from touching the World Chess Championship Trophy as the chess player wanted to lift the cup when presented during the ceremony in Singapore. D Gukesh Beats Ding Liren To Win FIDE World Chess Championship 2024, Becomes Youngest-Ever Champion.
Gukesh D Poses With FIDE World Chess Championship Trophy
Photoshoot with the World Champion, Gukesh D 🇮🇳, and his trophy! 🔥🏆
As promised Gukesh did not touch the trophy; he wanted to wait until the closing ceremony! @DGukesh #DingGukesh pic.twitter.com/uclcFWp67c
— International Chess Federation (@FIDE_chess) December 13, 2024
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