Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh is poised to make history as he prepares to face Chinese grandmaster Liren Ding in the upcoming FIDE World Championship contest in Singapore. Experts believe that Gukesh’s exceptional talent and unwavering determination will lead him to victory by the 12th round.
Gukesh, at just 18 years old, has already achieved remarkable feats. He became the youngest champion in the history of the Candidates Tournament and played a pivotal role in India’s gold medal triumph at the 45th Chess Olympiad. His exceptional accuracy and ability to avoid mistakes have earned him comparisons to the legendary Russian grandmaster Anatoly Karpov.
Grandmasters Pravin Thipsay and Abhijit Kunte are confident in Gukesh’s abilities. Thipsay believes that Gukesh’s maturity and strength of character will prevail over Ding’s experience. He notes that Gukesh’s style resembles Karpov’s, who was known for his patience and strategic brilliance.
Kunte praises Gukesh’s unwavering dedication to chess. He observes that everything Gukesh does is geared towards improving his game. This commitment, coupled with the support of his parents and coaches, has created an environment for him to excel.
While Ding is a formidable opponent, Kunte believes that he is not the same player he once was due to his battle with depression. Gukesh, on the other hand, is in peak form and is the clear favorite.
The upcoming contest is expected to be a battle of wits and endurance. Thipsay predicts that there will be no book novelties or extensive preparation, but rather an over-the-board battle where original moves and strategic thinking will prevail.
