D Gukesh triumphed in the Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025 opener against Anish Giri, despite Giri's early advantage. Gukesh's strategic play led to a victory following a pivotal mistake by Giri.

Hikaru Nakamura praised world champion D Gukesh for overcoming adversity to win his opening match of the Tata Steel Masters against Anish Giri in the Netherlands on Sunday, January 19. Gukesh was able ...

Anish Giri faced a tough start in the Masters at the Tata Steel Chess Tournament, losing to World Chess Champion D Gukesh. Giri's early control vanished after a critical mistake, which Gukesh ...

First, D Gukesh won his first game as the reigning world champion, defeating Anish Giri of the Netherlands with white pieces It was a dramatic finish to Gukesh's first game back on the board after ...

"In the Masters, players like Fabiano Caruana remain favourites due to their track records. Anish Giri, with his consistency and home-ground advantage, is another strong name," he explained.

Wijk Aan Zee (The Netherlands), Jan 17 (PTI) World champion D Gukesh will take on local star Anish Giri in the opening round of the 87th Tata Steel Chess tournament here on Saturday, marking his first ...

D Gukesh triumphed in the Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025 opener against Anish Giri, despite Giri's early advantage. Gukesh's strategic play led to a victory following a pivotal mistake by Giri.

Gukesh will kick off his campaign with a highly anticipated clash against World no. 22 Anish Giri. Meanwhile, India’s No. 1 Arjun will face Giri in the second round of the tournament.