Gukesh reflects on pressure and ambition in Hindustan Times interview (opens in new tab)

Gukesh Dommaraju's recent results have brought a different kind of scrutiny to his reign as world champion. After a difficult Norway Chess campaign, the Indian grandmaster spoke candidly to Hindustan Times about expectations, ambition and the challenge of enjoying chess under pressure. His reflections offer a measured look at the psychological demands facing a young champion preparing for his first title defence. | Photo: ChessBase / Nils Rohde