Gukesh Dommaraju
GM · India · born 2006 · peak rating 2794
The youngest undisputed World Chess Champion in history.
Roast Gukesh's real games
See the blunders even a GM makes - a real engine finds them, AI explains each in plain English. Free.
Roast Gukesh on chess.com →Who is Gukesh Dommaraju?
Gukesh Dommaraju is an Indian grandmaster who in 2024 became the youngest undisputed World Chess Champion ever, at age 18, defeating Ding Liren. He is the standard-bearer of a remarkable generation of young Indian players.
Playing style
Gukesh combines fearless calculation with maturity well beyond his age. He plays long, fighting games and is willing to grind for hours, showing the kind of patience and stamina that wins matches rather than just games.
Signature openings
- Ruy Lopez
- Italian Game
- King's Indian Defense
- Catalan Opening
Career highlights
- World Chess Champion (2024) - the youngest ever
- Led India to Olympiad gold with an individual gold medal
- Second-youngest grandmaster in history at the time
- Crossed 2750 classical before turning 18
What you can learn from Gukesh
Age and rating are no excuse. Gukesh's rise came from relentless study of his own games and a willingness to fight every position to the end.
Did you know?
- Was inspired to chase the world title after watching the 2013 Carlsen-Anand match as a child.
- Part of the Indian wave of teenage 2700+ grandmasters.
- Known for exceptional focus and stamina in long games.
Find out why YOU lose
Free. Paste your chess.com or lichess username and a real engine explains every blunder.
Analyze my games →