D Gukesh vs Ding Liren, FIDE World Chess Championship Game 12: Intense Neck-and-Neck Battle

Post by: Elena Malik

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D Gukesh is playing against Ding Liren in Game 12 of the FIDE World Chess Championship 2024. The game is being held at Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore. Gukesh, the young chess player from India, is leading the match 6-5 after a surprising win in Game 11. This victory was a big achievement for him and has put pressure on Ding, who is the defending champion. There are only three games left in the 14-game series, so every move is very important for both players.

The match started with Ding Liren playing the first move, as he has the white pieces in Game 12. He began with the move 1.c4, and Gukesh quickly responded with e6. Both players have been very careful, taking their time to think about each move. Ding has been spending a lot of time deciding his moves, sometimes up to 17 minutes for a single turn. On the other hand, Gukesh has been calm and quick, showing confidence as he plans his strategy.

So far, the game has been very close, with both players showing amazing accuracy in their moves. After the first nine moves, the accuracy of both players is reported to be 99.6%, which is very high. This shows how well both of them are playing. Ding is taking more time to think, as he knows the pressure of defending his title. Meanwhile, Gukesh’s lead in the championship has helped him stay steady and focused.

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Game 11 was a big turning point for Gukesh. He won the game with great skill, even after losing the first game of the championship. Gukesh has shown strong mental strength throughout the tournament, and he credits his coach, Paddy Upton, for helping him stay calm and focused. Gukesh said that learning to control his emotions and focus on the game has been very important for him in such a big tournament.

Former World Champion Magnus Carlsen also shared his thoughts on the match. He called Game 12 a "must-win" for Ding Liren. Carlsen said he knows how hard it is to play under such pressure, as he has faced similar situations in his own career. He advised Ding to stay calm and focused and to take short breaks to clear his mind.

Game 12 is a very important match for both players. If Gukesh wins this game or even manages a draw, he will be in a very strong position to win the championship. On the other hand, Ding needs to win this game to stay in the fight for the title. The match has become more exciting with every move, as both players are giving their best to outthink and outplay each other.

Fans from all over the world are watching this match closely. It is not just a test of chess skills but also a test of patience, focus, and determination. Gukesh’s calm and confident approach and Ding’s deep thinking have made this a thrilling game to follow. With the championship on the line, every move matters, and the outcome of this game could decide who takes the title.

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