In a moment that blended class, calm and quiet strength, World Chess Champion D Gukesh defeated American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura at the Clutch Chess Champions Showdown 2025 in Saint Louis, USA — and then won- the internet’s respect.

The 18-year-old Indian grandmaster, known for his composure on and off the board, beat Nakamura in the rapid format with a confident, calculated performance to claim their mini-match 1.5–0.5. But it wasn’t the scoreline that grabbed headlines — it was what Gukesh did after the win. Also Read | Viral video: Hikaru Nakamura shocks with ‘unsportsmanlike’ gesture with D Gukesh

That moment went viral, dividing the chess community. Some defended Nakamura, saying it added showmanship to the game, while others said it undermined the spirit of chess — a s

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