2024 FIDE World Championship: Ding Liren vs Gukesh Dommaraju Game 2 Preview

The 2024 FIDE World Championship between Ding Liren and Gukesh Dommaraju is heating up as they head into their last game before the first rest day. With Ding leading by a point, all eyes are on whether Gukesh can even the score or if Ding will extend his lead.

The match, taking place in Singapore, has been a thrilling battle between the defending World Champion and the young Challenger. Gukesh, at just 18 years old, is facing off against the experienced Ding Liren in a 14-game match to determine the next world champion.

With the prize fund set at $2,500,000, the stakes are high for both players. A win in any game is rewarded with $200,000, and the remaining money will be split equally between the players. If the match ends in a tie, a playoff will be held, starting with four games of 15+10 rapid chess.

Chess enthusiasts can follow the action live on Wednesday, November 27, at 4:00 a.m. ET / 10:00 CET / 5:00 p.m. local time in Singapore. Gukesh will have the white pieces for the second time, giving him a strategic advantage as he aims to level the score against Ding.

Don’t miss out on the excitement of the 2024 FIDE World Championship as these two talented players battle it out for the title of world champion. Stay tuned for updates on this intense and captivating chess showdown.