D Gukesh will be representing PBG Alaskan Knights in the third season of Global Chess League in Mumbai in December. Image: Saint Louis Chess Club
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Firstpost07-12-2025, 13:48

Gukesh Admits 'Extra Pressure' as World Champion, Eyes Top Spot

  • Gukesh, the youngest chess world champion, admits feeling "extra pressure" but is confident in adapting.
  • He has achieved a meteoric rise, becoming the youngest Candidates winner and dislodging Viswanathan Anand as the top-ranked Indian.
  • Currently ranked No. 10, Gukesh aims to dislodge Magnus Carlsen from the world No. 1 spot.
  • He will compete in the third season of the Global Chess League in Mumbai later this month.

Why It Matters: It reveals the immense pressure on a young chess world champion.

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