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Gukesh Dares to Jump After Victory!

Gukesh Dares to Jump After Victory!

Rediff.com5 days ago

'Gaju said to me, "If you win the world championship, I'm going to do bungee jumping." I'm personally quite scared of heights, so I don't know why I said, "I'll also join you".'

Meet Gukesh's Soulmate

Meet Gukesh's Soulmate

Rediff.com6 days ago

'I know I'm pretty, but please do not touch me' in a reference to his growing fanbase, especially young lady admirers.'

SEE: World chess champion Gukesh's main goal is...

SEE: World chess champion Gukesh's main goal is...

Rediff.com7 days ago

Following his victory, the 18 year old spoke to International Chess Federation (FIDE) in a freewheeling interview about his love for chess and how he continues to be a student of the game.

PV Sindhu Engaged!

PV Sindhu Engaged!

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Indian badminton sensation PV Sindhu is set to tie the knot with Hyderabad-based businessman, Venkata Datta Sai.

Gukesh, Mum, Dad & The Trophy

Gukesh, Mum, Dad & The Trophy

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

'This moment is special not just for me, but for everyone who has supported my journey.'

'I Was Not Sleeping Properly'

'I Was Not Sleeping Properly'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

'I spoke to Paddy, and I made some changes.' 'After that, I slept well in the last two days -- at least eight hours each day.' 'So, I was fresh in the games. Sleep is very important.'

PIX: Gukesh's Golden Moment!

PIX: Gukesh's Golden Moment!

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

At the closing ceremony, Gukesh was adorned with a garland as he proudly held the coveted trophy.

'The boy who would be King'

'The boy who would be King'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Anand's post affectionately dubbed Gukesh as the 'boy who would be king'

'Looking Forward To Jumping Off A Bridge'

'Looking Forward To Jumping Off A Bridge'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

'I'm excited to celebrate with my team and friends. There's a little secret, though.'

SEE: Tears of joy for Gukesh!

SEE: Tears of joy for Gukesh!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

After securing his victory, an emotional Gukesh couldn't hold back tears. The weight of the moment hit him as tears streamed down his face.

I'm World Champion, but Magnus is the best: D Gukesh

I'm World Champion, but Magnus is the best: D Gukesh

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

D Gukesh reflects on his historic world chess championship victory

Gukesh shatters Kasparov's record to win Chess crown

Gukesh shatters Kasparov's record to win Chess crown

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

India's chess prodigy, D Gukesh, etched his name in history on Thursday by becoming the youngest-ever World Chess Champion at just 18 years old.

Congratulate Gukesh on becoming Youngest World Champ

Congratulate Gukesh on becoming Youngest World Champ

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Congratulate, D Gukesh, on his monumental achievement and for bringing immense pride to India!

History Made! Gukesh's iconic winning moment!

History Made! Gukesh's iconic winning moment!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

The final moments of D Gukesh's historic World Chess Championship victory were as unforgettable as the achievement itself.

What's Saina Doing At Wagah?

What's Saina Doing At Wagah?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Olympic medallist Saina also attended the Beating Retreat ceremony, a daily flag-lowering ceremony jointly conducted by the BSF and the Pakistan Rangers at the Wagah border, the border outpost located between Amritsar and Lahore.

Gukesh and Ding set for explosive final showdown

Gukesh and Ding set for explosive final showdown

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

A nail-biting draw by threefold repetition keeps the Championship race wide open as Ding Liren and Gukesh remain deadlocked at 6.5-6.5 after the 13th round

Find Out Who Ruled Google in 2024

Find Out Who Ruled Google in 2024

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

A major surprise in the 2024 Google search trends was the absence of iconic names like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, M S Dhoni, and Virat Kohli from the list of the top 10 most-searched athletes.

Gukesh In Tears After Loss

Gukesh In Tears After Loss

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Dommaraju Gukesh struggled to hold back tears after the shock loss in Game 12 after a three hour, 54 minute battle.

Why Sindhu Visited Sachin...

Why Sindhu Visited Sachin...

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

'In badminton, the score always starts with 'love,' and your beautiful journey with Venkata Datta Sai will continue with 'love' forever.'

Gukesh reveals secret behind his Game 11 victory

Gukesh reveals secret behind his Game 11 victory

Rediff.com8 Dec 2024

Known to be very competitive, Gukesh said the approach will not change even though he needs three draws from the remaining three games.

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