Gukesh Leads Ding Liren in World Chess Championship After Thrilling Win in Game 11

Gukesh Takes Crucial Lead in the 2024 World Chess Championship

D Gukesh has dramatically taken the lead in the 2024 World Chess Championship by beating reigning champion Ding Liren 6.0-5.0 after a thrilling win in the 11th game. Gukesh now has three games to go, and his chance of becoming one of the youngest world champions ever in chess is now well within his reach.

Game 11: Turning Point

The game was highly played, with both players under severe time pressure. Ding Liren, who was holding on well, blundered in a critical position, and Gukesh took the win. This is Gukesh’s second win in the championship series, breaking a string of draws that had dominated the games since his earlier win in Game 3​

Streaming Gala: Sagar Shah and Tania Sachdev Steal the Show

The chess community rejoiced at this moment of glory in style. Chess streamers Sagar Shah and Tania Sachdev were visibly ecstatic when Ding’s blunder was confirmed. They even blew poppers on stream to mark the occasion, with their live commentary garnering over 100,000 views. Their lively celebration mirrored the excitement of fans worldwide, making the event even more memorable​

 
Championship Dynamics: What Lies Ahead

Gukesh now needs just 1.5 points from the remaining three games to become the champion. With this momentum, his chances are great, though Ding Liren, known for his toughness, will fight to the last move. The series has already been a testimony to both players’ excellence and determination​

Keep watching for the match to end, for surely Gukesh would prove to be the world’s next champion or would make the comeback of Ding in history. The chess world watches with bated breath.