Gukesh became the youngest world chess champion at the age of 18 years. He defeated title-holder Ding Liren of China in the 14th and last game of a roller-coaster showdown that went right down to the wire in Singapore.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin on Friday announced a cash prize of Rs five crore to D Gukesh, in recognition of the latter becoming the youngest world chess champion. "To honour the monumental achievement of @DGukesh,

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Friday announced a cash prize of Rs 5 crore for D Gukesh in recognition of his remarkable achievement of becoming the youngest World Chess Champion.Chennai-based Grandmaster Gukesh on Thursday became the youngest world chess champion at 18 years after beating title-holder Ding Liren of China in the 14th and last game of the title showdown in Singapore.