D Gukesh was born on May 29, 2006, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Displaying extraordinary chess intuition from early childhood, Gukesh earned his Grandmaster title at age 12, rapidly surging past the 2750 Elo rating mark and breaking numerous global records.
Gukesh established himself as an immortal chess legend by winning the 2024 Candidates Tournament and defeating Ding Liren to become World Chess Champion.
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His triumphant conquest of the world title at age 18 marked the crowning achievement of the modern Indian chess renaissance.
2006 — Born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
2019 — Earned the Grandmaster title at age 12
2024 — Won the Candidates Tournament in Toronto and defeated Ding Liren to become the youngest World Chess Champion in history
D Gukesh's historic ascent to the world throne at such a tender age has immortalized his name in global sports history.
His brilliant career continues to redefine the boundaries of human chess achievement.
Age: 20
Gender: Male
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