Indian Chess Prodigy D Gukesh Has More Than 50% Chance of Becoming Youngest-Ever World Champion: FIDE CEO Emil Sutovsky

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh has a strong chance of becoming the youngest-ever world champion, according to FIDE CEO Emil Sutovsky. The 18-year-old will face defending champion Ding Liren in the upcoming World Chess Championship, with Sutovsky stating that Gukesh enters the match as the favorite.

Sutovsky believes that Gukesh’s chances of winning are over 50%, possibly even higher. Despite Ding’s lackluster performance this year, Sutovsky warns against underestimating the Chinese Grandmaster’s potential to bounce back. He anticipates an exciting and close match with unexpected twists.

While Ding may have more experience at 32 years old, Sutovsky suggests that youth does not necessarily give an advantage in long games. He emphasizes the importance of physical shape in the later hours of a game, but also notes that beyond a certain point, hours don’t matter as much.

The upcoming World Chess Championship clash between Gukesh and Ding is set to be a thrilling battle of skill and strategy, with fans eagerly awaiting the outcome. Stay tuned for updates on this highly anticipated event.