This victory is significant not just in terms of points but also mentally. In the first round of the tournament, Carlsen had defeated Gukesh. However, this time, Gukesh made a strong comeback and took his revenge by defeating Carlsen.
Carlsen Loses His Cool, Punches the Chessboard in Anger
After the defeat, Magnus Carlsen lost his temper and punched the chessboard in frustration, scattering the pieces. He then refused to speak to the media and stormed out. This moment has gone viral on social media, drawing a range of reactions from fans.
“No One Can Beat Me” – Carlsen's Old Claim Now Under Question
This win is being discussed even more because of Carlsen's past comments. After Gukesh became the world champion, Carlsen had publicly stated that he no longer participates in the World Championship because “there’s no one who can beat me.” In response, Gukesh had expressed his desire to face Carlsen on the board someday—and now, he has fulfilled that promise.
Gukesh: The Youngest World Chess Champion in History
In December 2024, Gukesh made history by defeating China's Ding Liren 7.5–6.5 in the final of the World Chess Championship held in Singapore. At just 18 years old, he became the youngest world champion in history. Previously, Garry Kasparov held this record, having won the title at the age of 22 in 1985.
Led India to Victory in the Chess Olympiad
In 2023, during the Chess Olympiad held in Budapest, India performed spectacularly in both the open and women’s categories. Gukesh won the decisive game in the open category, securing the championship for India.
Main Formats in Chess
Chess is played in three major formats—Classical, Rapid, and Blitz. Classical format is the most traditional and allows 90 to 120 minutes of thinking time per player. In Rapid games, the time is less than 60 minutes, while Blitz games are played in 10 minutes or less.
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