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Gukesh Dommaraju Crowned Youngest World Chess Champion
Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju makes history by defeating Ding Liren to become the youngest-ever world chess champion at just 18 years old.
BBC NewsGukesh Dommaraju: Indian teen,18, becomes youngest-ever world chess champion
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CBS NewsTeen chess prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju becomes youngest world champion: "I did not really expect to win"
NBC NewsIndia's Gukesh Dommaraju crowned world champion of chess, the youngest ever
The GuardianGukesh Dommaraju becomes youngest world chess champion after horrific Ding Liren blunder
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Gukesh Dommaraju, at 18, defeated defending champion Ding Liren in Singapore to become the youngest world chess champion, surpassing Garry Kasparov's record. Dommaraju won 7.5-6.5 after a dramatic final game, capitalizing on Ding's late blunder. His victory is celebrated in India, marking a new era in chess as he praises former champion Viswanathan Anand as his role model. The match concluded with emotional scenes, highlighting Gukesh's dedication and the pressures faced by both players.
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