Youngest World Chess Champion D Gukesh Meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gifts Him Original Signed Chess Board From Iconic Match Against Ding Liren (See Pics)

Newly crowned FIDE World Chess Champion Gukesh D met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi and presented the head of state with the original chess board on which the Chennai-born challenged then-title holder Ding Liren in Singapore. PM Modi congratulated Gukesh on his monumental victory, where the Indian GM beat Liren in the final game to clinch the 14-match clash 7.5-6.5. D Gukesh Meets Rajinikanth, Youngest Chess World Champion Thanks 'Superstar' for Sharing His Wisdom (See Pics).

Gukesh D Gifts PM Narendra Modi Chess Board

A special meeting! ♟️

PM @narendramodi congratulated @DGukesh, the youngest World Chess Champion, on his historic win.

Gukesh presented the original signed chessboard from his iconic match vs. Ding Liren—a symbol of excellence & inspiration for young India! 🇮🇳… pic.twitter.com/gKmg7eYYiT

— Doordarshan Sports (@ddsportschannel) December 28, 2024

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