Gukesh Triumphs Over Caruana in GCL After Marine Drive Trip, Secures First Win!

• Chess world champion D Gukesh secured his first win at the Global Chess League (GCL) by defeating world No. 3 Fabiano Caruana.
• The victory helped his team, PBG Alaskan Knights, achieve their first win in the GCL third season after being winless in previous matches.
• Gukesh attributed his renewed focus and win to a team outing at Mumbai's Marine Drive, arranged by coach Abhijit Kunte.
• The win was met with an erupting crowd at Mumbai's Royal Opera House, especially significant after Caruana's recent comments questioning Gukesh's standing.
• Arjun Erigaisi also contributed to the team's victory by defeating Anish Giri, though PBG Alaskan Knights remain at the bottom of the standings.

Why It Matters: Gukesh's Marine Drive trip sparks GCL win against Caruana, boosting team's morale.