Gukesh celebrates World Championship win while prioritizing passion for chess over prize money

Eighteen-year-old chess champion D. Gukesh, who recently won the World Championship, emphasizes his love for the game over financial rewards. He will receive Rs 11.45 crore in prize money, which brings comfort to his family after past hardships. Gukesh reflects on his journey, stating that his passion for chess began in childhood. He values the learning process and aims to improve, focusing on winning rather than the aesthetics of his gameplay. Despite his new status as a multi-millionaire, Gukesh insists that money is not his motivation. He appreciates the support of his parents, who made sacrifices for his chess career, and he continues to enjoy the game as he did when he was a child.