D Gukesh To Receive Cash Prize Of INR 5 Crore From TN Chief Minister M K Stalin
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On Thursday, Gukesh became the youngest world chess champion at the age of 18 years.
D Gukesh. (AFP Photo)
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Friday announced a cash prize of Rs five crore to D Gukesh, in recognition of the latter becoming the youngest world chess champion.
“To honour the monumental achievement of @DGukesh, the youngest-ever World Chess Champion, I am delighted to announce a cash prize of ₹5 crore! His historic victory has brought immense pride and joy to the nation,” Stalin said in a post on ‘X.’
“May he continue to shine and achieve greater heights in the future. Kudos to Hon’ble @Udhaystalin and @SportsTN_ for their exceptional support and encouragement in nurturing this young star,” the CM said.
On Thursday, Gukesh became the youngest world chess champion at the age of 18 years. He defeated title-holder Ding Liren of China in the 14th and last game of a roller-coaster showdown that went right down to the wire in Singapore.
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Also Hails Gukesh For ‘Marvellous Achievement’
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday spoke to newly-crowned chess world champion D Gukesh over phone and congratulated him for the “marvellous achievement that inspired countless young hearts”.
Chennai-based Grandmaster Gukesh on Thursday became the youngest world chess champion at 18 years after beating title-holder Ding Liren of China in the 14th and last game of the title showdown in Singapore.
“Had a heartfelt conversation with Gukesh D to congratulate him on winning the 2024 FIDE World Championship in Singapore and becoming the youngest 18-year-old World Champion. A marvellous achievement that inspired countless young hearts,” Fadnavis said in a post on X.
“Wished him continued success in all his future endeavours. Looking forward to welcoming and felicitating him in Maharashtra,” the CM added.
Gukesh became only the second Indian to clinch the coveted prize after the iconic Viswanathan Anand, who owned the crown five times in his career.
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