Giri downplays D Gukesh form concerns: 'We forget the good parts'

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Firstpost•15-12-2025, 17:05
Giri downplays D Gukesh form concerns: 'We forget the good parts'
- •Anish Giri downplays concerns over World Champion D Gukesh's recent form, calling him an "absolute top player."
- •Gukesh has had a mixed year since becoming world champion, including nearly winning Tata Steel Chess and defeating Magnus Carlsen.
- •Giri attributes Gukesh's struggles to his ambition and youth, noting that pushing for wins can sometimes backfire.
- •Both Gukesh and Giri are participating in the Global Chess League Season 3 in Mumbai.
- •Giri expects a challenging Global Chess League for Gukesh, who is playing on the tough "Icon" board.
Why It Matters: Giri downplays concerns about world champion Gukesh's form, emphasizing his top player status.
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