Teenager Abhimanyu Mishra Makes Chess History, Defeating World Champion D Gukesh

Abhimanyu Mishra, at the age of 16, has etched his name in chess history by becoming the youngest player to beat a reigning world champion in a classical game. He accomplished this remarkable achievement against D Gukesh during Round 5 of the FIDE Grand Swiss tournament. Mishra, known for holding the record for youngest player to defeat a grandmaster, faced Gukesh in an Italian Opening. The turning point came when Gukesh made a risky g4 move on the 12th move. Mishra saw an opportunity and initiated a daring piece sacrifice in the early middle game, putting Gukesh under significant pressure. The Indian GM put up a strong defense, but the complexities of the endgame required perfect play. Ultimately, Mishra secured victory after a 61-move battle. While celebrating the historic win, Mishra maintained a humble perspective, emphasizing his desire to continue improving. This victory has not only sent shockwaves through the chess community but also highlighted Mishra’s status as one of the most promising young talents in the world.