Gukesh Surges to the Top with Marathon Victory

D Gukesh secures victory over Nijat Abasov after a six-hour marathon game.

At 17, Gukesh becomes the joint leader in the Open section of the Candidates tournament.
Gukesh's win propels him to the top alongside Ian Nepomniachtchi.
Gukesh's remarkable performance makes him the youngest player in the current Candidates field and the second youngest player ever in the tournament's history.