New Delhi: When you start playing chess at the junior level ... of mellow down a bit and change,” said former world No.3 ...

D Gukesh triumphed in the Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025 opener against Anish Giri, despite Giri's early advantage. Gukesh's strategic play led to a victory following a pivotal mistake by Giri.

First, D Gukesh won his first game as the reigning world champion, defeating Anish Giri of the Netherlands ... was in advantage for much of the game, playing very accurately for much of the ...

Anish Giri faced a tough start in the Masters at the Tata Steel Chess Tournament, losing to World Chess Champion D Gukesh. Giri's early control vanished after a critical mistake, which Gukesh ...

Hikaru Nakamura praised world champion D Gukesh for overcoming adversity to win his opening match of the Tata Steel Masters against Anish Giri in the Netherlands on Sunday, January 19. Gukesh was able ...

Anish Giri, with his consistency and home-ground ... Joining them is Leon, whose rapid ascent and dynamic style make him a formidable contender capable of delivering surprising results on any ...

Gukesh will kick off his campaign with a highly anticipated clash against World no. 22 Anish Giri. Meanwhile ... whose rapid ascent and dynamic style make him a formidable contender capable ...