Indian chess sensation D. Gukesh, eighteen years young, is standing on the verge of winning this year’s edition of the esteemed Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025 in Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands. Gukesh took the world championship by playing more than what the Chinese powerhouse, Ding Liren, was showing in December 2024. Gukesh has shown immense consistency during this Tata Steel tournament, nicknamed fondly the “Wimbledon of Chess.” In the first round, he outplayed Anish Giri; in the fifth round, Gukesh had outwitted Vincent Keymer. When into the tenth round, Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa could get a peep at him but was really within his grasp. It would be a personal victory for Gukesh but a gigantic moment for Indian chess if he were to emerge victorious at Tata Steel, as any champion of today would be remembered in the style of former champion Viswanathan Anand.
Tag: Gukesh vs Anish Giri
D. Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi as the Favorites to Win Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025
The Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025, an annual event in Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands, from January 17 to February 2, has Indian Grandmasters D. Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi as top contenders. D. Gukesh is the youngest world chess champion at 18 years of age, and Arjun Erigaisi is known for his aggressive play and rapid rise in rankings, showing remarkable consistency and skill. This article looks at their latest accomplishments, match statistics, and their strong points in examining expert’s opinion about the chances of their team winning the tournament. Their performances can alter India’s chess position globally and encourage the young generation of chess players.