18-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju was greeted with jubilant scenes at Chennai International Airport as he returned home following his historic victory in the chess world championship. Last week, Gukesh made history by becoming the youngest ever chess world champion, defeating defending champion Ding Liren in a thrilling final in Singapore.
Upon his arrival in Chennai, Gukesh was draped in the Indian flag and proudly displayed his trophy to the hundreds of fans who had gathered to celebrate his remarkable achievement. Expressing his gratitude to his supporters, Gukesh thanked them for their unwavering encouragement and expressed his excitement about celebrating with them in the coming days.
The reception for Gukesh was nothing short of a grand spectacle, reminiscent of a rock star or famous cricketer. The champion was welcomed with confetti, banners, and crowds chanting his name, creating an electrifying atmosphere at the airport.
Gukesh's victory was not only a personal triumph but also a historic moment for Indian chess. He is only the second Indian player to claim the prestigious world title, following in the footsteps of the legendary Viswanathan “Vishy” Anand.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to meet with Gukesh later this month to congratulate him on his remarkable achievement. Modi praised Gukesh's victory as 'historic and exemplary,' highlighting the young champion's talent, hard work, and determination as sources of inspiration for millions of aspiring young minds.
Gukesh's emotional victory, tears of joy, and record-breaking achievement have solidified his place in chess history and have inspired a new generation of chess enthusiasts in India and beyond.
