Gukesh Dommaraju won the title, becoming the youngest World Chess Champion in history, breaking Garry Kasparov's record. He played extremely well, and it's a very deserved result for him.

I was rooting for Ding Liren, and seeing him play such beautiful chess after being away from the board for almost a year due to depression was especially inspiring. I wish him nothing but the best, and I'll keep following him in future tournaments.

  • TraschcanOfIdeology [they/them, comrade/them]
    hexagon
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    10 days ago

    Exactly how I feel for Liren. Many people, including Magnus and other top players discounted him right out of the gate because of his struggles this year, but he turned around and played some great chess, and I hope he recognizes that, and has the support to work on himself and his mental health.

    Gukesh seemed so happy and emotional about winning the title, and doesn't seem to have the ego of other top players. Excited to see where he'll go.