In a shocking twist at an elite chess tournament, Indian prodigy D. Gukesh defeated five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen in a classical format game. The loss sparked an emotional reaction from Carlsen, drawing global attention to the young Grandmaster’s rising dominance.
Is this the moment India crowns its next chess king—and the world sees a changing of the guard?
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On June 2, 2025, 18-year-old Indian chess prodigy D. Gukesh achieved a career-defining victory by defeating World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in a high-stakes classical match.
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The match was more than just a win—many saw it as a symbolic passing of the torch to the next generation.
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In a rare emotional moment, Carlsen swept the chess pieces off the board in frustration, signaling how much the loss affected him.
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Gukesh remained calm and composed, drawing global admiration for his “clinical and fearless” play from fans and top grandmasters alike.
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After the match, Carlsen openly admitted he’s been losing his passion for classical chess and hinted it might be time to step away from the format.
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For Gukesh, this victory marked a breakthrough moment, seen by many as the start of a new Indian chess era—carrying forward the legacy of Viswanathan Anand.
