Gukesh Dommaraju - A Lifestory
Redefining Chess: The Youngest World Champion
Gukesh Dommaraju, born on May 29, 2006, in Chennai, India, is a chess prodigy who became one of the youngest Grandmasters in history at the age of 12. Starting chess at 5, he quickly rose through the ranks, earning the title of International Master (IM) at 10 and surpassing a FIDE rating of 2700 at 16. At 17, he became the youngest player to surpass a 2750 rating, setting a new milestone in chess. Gukesh's aggressive and dynamic playing style earned him significant victories, including a standout performance at the 2022 Chess.com Global Championship. By 2024, he became the youngest undisputed World Chess Champion. Despite his rapid rise, Gukesh remains grounded and focused on continuous improvement, earning respect for his dedication and resilience in overcoming the challenges of competing at the highest level.
