Gukesh Dommaraju, an Indian teenager, made history by becoming the world’s youngest chess champion at just 18 years old after defeating reigning champion Ding Liren of China in a closely contested match in Singapore. Gukesh’s rise in chess began at a young age, becoming a grandmaster at 12. His victory is supported by numerous achievements, including gold medals at the FIDE Chess Olympiad and the mentorship of former world champion Viswanathan Anand. Gukesh’s win not only signifies personal success but also highlights the strength of India’s growing chess ecosystem.