Stalin, Udhayanidhi and other TN leaders greet Gukesh on his World Chess Championship victory

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin, deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami, BJP state president K Annamalai, and AMMK founder T T V Dhinakaran on Thursday greeted D Gukesh for clinching the World Chess Championship held in Singapore.

Stalin posted on X, "Your remarkable achievement continues India's rich chess legacy and helps Chennai reaffirm its place as the global Chess Capital by producing yet another world-class champion."

Udhayanidhi Stalin posted on X, "We are immensely proud that Gukesh, a distinguished player in SDAT’s (Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu) ELITE Players scheme, continues to bring home consistent victories in international chess tournaments. His success not only makes our country proud but also shines a spotlight on Tamil Nadu. It's truly inspiring to witness such extraordinary talent at such a young age. Keep shining, Champion."

Palaniswami posted on X, "Heartiest congratulations to @GukeshD on becoming the youngest-ever Chess World Champion, at the #FIDE World Championship Singapore 2024. Proud that Tamil Nadu has produced yet another World Chess Champion. My best wishes for all your future endeavours, bringing more glory to India and Tamil Nadu."

Annamalai posted on X that the victory is "another jewel on the crown for India’s undisputed Chess Grandmaster."

Dhinakaran stated on X, "Severe training, perseverance, and unflinching self-confidence were the three reasons for Gukesh winning the World Championship. I wish him all the best in his journey of achievement."

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