Anand on Gukesh's Performance, Chess Formats, and Burnout
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Indian chess legend Viswanathan Anand spoke with Indian media ahead of the Norway Summit, sharing his thoughts on Gukesh's performance in the Norway Chess tournament, the changing chess landscape, and his advice to young Indian players. Anand praised Gukesh's tenacity and ability to cope with setbacks, but noted that he may be feeling the pressure of competing in a more intense tournament. On the topic of playing multiple formats, Anand emphasized the importance of prioritizing and compartmentalizing, as the scenario is constantly changing. He also weighed in on the partnership between Gukesh and Grzegorz Gajewski, and his own experiences with anger and frustration on the chessboard. Finally, Anand addressed comments from Carlsen and Nakamura on their classical chess futures, and offered words of wisdom to young Indian players seeking to succeed in the sport.
