D. Gukesh’s Chess Victory and Appreciation

• D. Gukesh, the youngest World chess champion, received a grand welcome at Chennai International airport.

• Despite skepticism about his win, Gukesh expressed happiness at the country’s pride in his historic feat.

• He emphasized the importance of mental preparation for a chess match, stating that mistakes happen in those moments.

• Gukesh thanked his chess coach Grzegorz Gajewski and mental conditioning coach Paddy Upton for their support and guidance.

• He acknowledged the importance of Paddy’s guidance in overcoming his losses in game one and twelve.

• Gukesh also announced his decision not to participate in the upcoming FIDE World rapid and blitz chess championships in New York.