Young Gukesh did not use chess engines; family, coach lent the fuel

D Gukesh, the Chennai prodigy, fulfilled his childhood dream by becoming World Chess Champion. His journey, marked by familial sacrifices and rigorous training, saw him overcome financial hurdles and self-doubt. Gukesh’s unwavering dedication, nurtured by his parents and coach, propelled him to the pinnacle of chess, echoing the paths of sporting icons like Sachin Tendulkar and Diego Maradona.