Gukesh and Liren had been stuck in a series of draws ... Realising his position was beyond saving, Ding extended his hand in resignation, acknowledging Gukesh's brilliant performance and tactical ...

Ding Liren became China’s first world chess champion ... Ding sat in front of the board, with his face resting on one hand as he tried to compose himself. “I’m quite relieved,” said ...

Since his historic victory against Ding Liren at the World Chess Championship last year, D Gukesh has been receiving a certain amount of flak from the likes of Magnus Carlsen, Vladimir Kramnik and ...

Additional four fast chess (game of 25 minutes + 10 seconds per turn) were assigned, with three ending in tie and with Ding Liren winning the fourth one ASTANA, April 30. /TASS/. Chinese chess ...