At just 18 years old, Gukesh is setting out on an ambitious journey to become the youngest world chess champion in history. He faces Ding Liren at Singapore's Resorts World Sentosa in a championship that traces its roots back to 1886.

Ding Liren officially lost to D Gukesh on time in the Round 3 of World Chess Championship 2024, but it was the 18-year-old Indian Grandmaster’s excellent preparation and confident game that allowed him to win his first match.

Gukesh converted his advantage in the third game against Ding Liren. Winning Game 3 mattered even more as Thursday is the first rest day.

Gukesh's win against Ding Liren in the third game of the World Chess Championship continues the rich tradition where India's Grandmasters have never been bogged down despite an early setback.

India's Grandmaster D Gukesh on Wednesday logged this first win against defending champion Ding Liren in World

Gukesh earned a whopping Rs 1.68 crore paycheque as per the regulations in place for the World Chess Championship 2024, as decided by the global governing body of chess, FIDE.

With a maximum of 11 games remaining under classical time control, the scores are tied at 1.5-1.5. This was after Liren won the opener and the second game ended in a draw.

Gukesh managed to win the third game, but he will need to be at his best going forward. Any mistake could significantly harm his chances of becoming only the 2nd Indian to win.

Both D Gukesh and Ding Liren now have 1.5 points each after the second game ended in a draw on Tuesday and a victory for the Indian on Wednesday

Teenage Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh has gained a psychological edge over defending champion Ding Liren in the World Championship. With scores tied at 1.5-1.5, Gukesh's preparation and recent victory have boosted his confidence.

It was plain sailing for the 18-year-old challenger as he gained a big advantage on the board as well on the clock. He had a one-hour advantage after the 13th move.