Written By: Akshat Jain | Updated: Jan 2, 2025, 6:30 PM
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In this series of images we find out all about the net worth and educational qualifications of India's Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker and chess Grandmaster D Gukesh.
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The Sports Ministry has selected four athletes for the prestigious Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award, including double Olympic medallist shooter Manu Bhaker and chess world champion Grandmaster D Gukesh.
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Manu Bhaker's educational achievements are as notable as her sporting success. She earned an Honours degree in Political Science from Lady Shri Ram College, University of Delhi, in 2021. At present, she is pursuing a Public Administration degree at Punjab University.
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D Gukesh decided to stop attending regular school after finishing Class IV to focus fully on his chess practice and competitions. His exceptional skill and early victories in chess led his family to support his chess journey over conventional educational routes.
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Manu Bhaker saw an immense growth in her net worth after the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Indian shooter used to have a net worth of around Rs 60 Lakh before her heroics at the 2024 Olympics. Now, Manu Bhaker boasts a net worth of around Rs 12 Crore after a memorable campaign in Paris.
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As of December 2024, D Gukesh's estimated net worth exceeds Rs 20 crore, or approximately $2.4 million. This comes after his achievement as the youngest World Chess Champion at 18. Gukesh's wealth has grown through his winnings from prestigious tournaments and endorsement contracts. He earned Rs 11.45 crore in prize money from the World Chess Championship.
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As you can see from the images and their estimated net worth, D Gukesh has a higher net worth compared to Manu Bhaker, making him wealthier.
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