Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh, 17, received a hero's welcome upon his return from the Candidates Chess Tournament in Toronto. Hundreds awaited him at the airport, including students from Velammal Vidyalaya. Gukesh thanked his supporters, including his parents, coach, and school. He acknowledged Viswanathan Anand's influence and will challenge world champion Ding Liren. Gukesh holds multiple accolades, including India's youngest Grandmaster.
