31Photo© sports.ndtv.comPraggnanandhaa, Gukesh guide India to first-ever gold in Chess Olympiad
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Grandmaster and World Championship challenger D Gukesh put it across Fabiano Caruana of the United States to raise visions of a maiden gold medal for the Indian men in the 45th Chess Olympiad here.
Set to play the next World championship match in Singapore in November, Gukesh played another tough game showcasing his steely nerves against the top seeded teams and also beating higher ranked Caruana.
It was a Catalan opening wherein Gukesh got the complications running in his favour in the later stages of the middle game after grabbing a pawn.
“ Yesterday we were in the team meeting, we were already in the celebrations mood. I was super excited but I hoped there would be no game. We forced ourselves to focus and come here, do the job, and…
Gukesh D,
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“ It was a very nice experience for me personally and for the team...this was basically a dream (come true),
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“ This tournament for me, especially since what happened last time, we were so close as the team to win goal. This time I thought no matter what I'm going to do, whatever it takes to win the team goal,
Gukesh D,
Was Prepared To Do 'Whatever It Takes' To Help India Win Gold: Gukesh…
“ I am just super happy right now,
Gukesh D,
D Gukesh And Co Stress On Team Spirit After Chess Olympiad Heroics
“ India is back to dominating the very game of Chaturanga (Chess) that was born on this land. A proud return to our roots!
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“ I guess there should be a balance. Like there are some things that you have to think about before playing. There are some things you just play. I wouldn't say it was such a big problem.
Gukesh D,
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“ Hopefully tonight, when all the duties are done, we'll get together and maybe just hang out, laugh a bit.
Gukesh D,
Was Prepared To Do 'Whatever It Takes' To Help India Win Gold: Gukesh…
“ It was crazy. He surprised me in the opening with his move order, and we reached an initially equal position. His problems started from Ne7.
Gukesh D,
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