Gukesh Draws Against Ding Liren in Thrilling Match at World Chess Championship 2024

SINGAPORE, DEC 14 (ALARYAN.com) - The highly anticipated game 5 of the World Chess Championship 2024 between Indian youngster Gukesh and Chinese grandmaster Ding Liren has ended in a stunning draw, with both players agreeing to a stalemate at 40 moves.

The match, which was played with white pieces for Gukesh, had seen a complex sequence of moves, including the queens getting exchanged in the early stages. The French Defence by Ding proved to be a challenging proposition for Gukesh, who opted to capture instead of using his rook, leaving himself vulnerable to counterattack.

However, in a masterful display of patience and defensive play, Gukesh held on despite being in trouble, weighing out options meticulously before launching a daring comeback. The crowd at the Singapore venue must have held its collective breath as he fought to limit the damage and played for a draw.

The draw has given both players valuable points in their pursuit of the championship. With eight rounds completed, they now stand level on points, setting the stage for an exciting conclusion to the tournament.