Written By: Jeet Banerjee | Updated: Dec 12, 2024, 7:28 PM
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Born on May 29, 2006, in the lively city of Chennai in India, D Gukesh hails from a family where learning is prized. His father, Dr. Rajinikanth, is a highly skilled ENT surgeon, and his mother, Dr. Padma, is a devoted microbiologist.
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At the young age of seven, Gukesh embarked on his journey into the world of chess, dedicating several hours each week to hone his skills. His hard work quickly bore fruits as he started to make his mark in the local chess tournaments, demonstrating his natural talent and indomitable will.
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Gukesh's chess career took a soaring start from a young age. He won the Asian School Chess Championships under the 9 category back in 2015 and even secured a title in the World Youth Chess Championships in 2018. Remarkably, at only 12 years old, he bagged five gold medals at the Asian Youth Chess Championships within that same year.
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In the year 2023, Gukesh made a remarkable achievement. He not only became the youngest chess player to reach a 2750 rating in August but also outdid the famous Viswanathan Anand, stepping into the esteemed position of the top-rated Indian player in chess.
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By 2024, it's presumed that Gukesh D's fortune will round off to a handsome ₹8.26 crores, approximate to $1.5 million. The bulk of his earnings aren't accidental; they're hard-won through chess tournaments and strategic brand promotions. His substantial income comes primarily from the prize purse from these tournaments and his endorsement deals.
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As a top-notch chess player, he's no stranger to both national and international chess tournaments where cash prizes are often up for grabs. In India, the best-of-the-best chess masters frequently get a financial boost from the government.
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