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The Future Is Here; Inspiring Performance: Wishes Pour In For Gukesh After Candidates Win

By IANS News April 22, 2024 • 14:24 PM View: 360

GUKESH WINS THE CANDIDATES: Social media was flooded with awe and admiration when 17-year-old grandmaster D Gukesh on Monday scripted history by becoming the youngest player ever to win the Candidates Tournament, held in Toronto, Canada.

Gukesh scored 9/14 points to clinch the honour after his final-round game with Hikaru Nakamura ended in a draw. He became only the second Indian after Vishwanathan Anand to win the Candidates Tournament.

After Gukesh's historic victory in the prestigious tournament, the chess community extended their heartfelt congratulations.

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