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D Gukesh Apologizes to Fans Amid Prague Nightmare, Admits Poor Form

Aravindh Chithambaram (left) played a strong game and defeated world champion Gukesh Dommaraju (right); in the background: Vincent Keymer and Hans Niemann. | Photo: Petr Vrabec / Prague Chess Festival

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News18•05-03-2026, 18:48

D Gukesh Apologizes to Fans Amid Prague Nightmare, Admits Poor Form

•World Champion D Gukesh apologized to fans for ignoring them during his struggles at Prague Chess Masters 2026.
•The 19-year-old admitted frustration and a bad mood led him to brush off supporters, despite usually making time for them.
•Gukesh described his performance as a "bad tournament," failing to secure a win after seven rounds.
•He suffered losses, including one to compatriot Aravindh Chithambaram, placing him at the bottom of the 10-player standings.
•His poor form has seen him slip to World No. 20 in live ratings, raising concerns ahead of his world title defense.

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