November 28, 2024 2:58 PM

World Chess Championship: Gukesh gets first win over Ding, levels scores after game three

Indian teenager Gukesh Dommaraju got his first win over title holder Ding Liren of China on Wednesday (November 27) in game three of the World Chess Championship. Playing with the white pieces, Gukesh earned a decisive victory to level the scores at 1.5-1.5 entering the first rest day. Ding struggled with time management as Gukesh showcased an audacious opening strategy with the 32-year-old defending champion spending over half an hour deciding his 13th move. As the pressure built, Ding was l...