Gukesh Dommaraju could become the youngest chess world champion in history, but those who know him best say his success wasn't preordained

My job is pretty clear — just go into every game as the best version of myself and play the best moves in the position

The upcoming World Chess Championship will see a unique dynamic as India's Gukesh, known for his computer-like precision, faces China's Ding Liren, who has shown vulnerability under pressure. Experts believe the early games will be crucial for both players.

When Ding Liren competes for the world championship chess crown in Singapore over the next three weeks, the likeable Chinese player will not — like most of his predecessors — be sitting at the board as the top player.

The ultimate guide to the world chess championship, including form guide, ranking match-up, and reasons why each player will have a chance to win.

Indian teenager chases history as he faces champion Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship match starting in Singapore on Monday

Young Indian chess prodigy D. Gukesh challenges experienced champion Ding in World Chess Championship, creating potential for historic upset.

Viswanathan Anand was the first Asian to win the tournament when he won the 2000 FIDE World Championship with a crushing victory over Alexei Shirov of Spain. The genial genius is now a mentor for Gukesh and other shining stars of the golden generation of Indian chess.

In a historic clash, India's D Gukesh faces China's Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship, marking a transformative moment for Asian chess and a new chapter in India's pursuit of global dominance in the sport.