Gukesh celebrates World Chess Championship win and addresses skepticism over final game
D. Gukesh, the youngest World Chess Champion, received a warm welcome at Chennai International Airport. He expressed happiness over the pride his victory has brought to the country amid skepticism about his win against Ding Liren. Gukesh addressed doubts about the final game, stating that both players were exhausted after intense competition. He emphasized that mistakes are common in high-pressure situations. He credited his team, especially trainer Grzegorz Gajewski and mental coach Paddy Upton, for their support. Gukesh announced he will not compete in the upcoming FIDE World rapid and blitz championships in New York. He highlighted the importance of mental preparation in his success and thanked Upton for helping him navigate challenging moments during the championship.