World Champion D Gukesh at Wijk Aan Zee (Credit: Lennart Ootes)
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News1827-01-2026, 19:33

Gukesh Nonchalant After 'Inexplicable Blunder' at Wijk Aan Zee Chess Tournament

  • World champion D Gukesh made an 'inexplicable blunder' during the Tata Steel Chess Tournament at Wijk Aan Zee.
  • In round six, Gukesh, in an equal position against Nodirbek Abdusattorov, made a critical error, losing a pawn and a rook, leading to immediate resignation.
  • He remained motionless after the game, unable to explain the blunder, stating, "Sometimes blunders you can't explain are easier to accept. They just happen."
  • Following this, Gukesh suffered another defeat to Anish Giri, facing an unusual losing streak.
  • Gukesh managed to reset in round eight, securing a controlled win against Vladimir Fedoseev.

Why It Matters: D Gukesh maintains composure despite a shocking, unexplainable blunder at Wijk Aan Zee chess tournament.

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