The Economic Times

Gukesh crumbling under pressure, needs to shut out noise: Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura

Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura advised D Gukesh to block out pressure and regain his form. He believes Gukesh is crumbling under expectations after his world championship win. Nakamura also sees a bright future for Indian chess with new talents emerging. He expects Gukesh, Arjun, and Praggnanandhaa to compete for the world championship. Nakamura is also eyeing the 2028 Olympiad as his last classical tournament.