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D Gukesh Beats Dutch GM Giri, Climbs to Joint Second in Zagreb

World champion D Gukesh defeated Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri to move into joint second place after Day 2 of the Grand Chess Tour in Zagreb, Croatia.

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World champion D Gukesh defeated Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri to climb to joint second place after the second day of the Zagreb leg of the Grand Chess Tour in Croatia's capital, Zagreb.

Gukesh capitalised on his opportunities against Giri in a Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation. The Dutch Grandmaster was caught off guard as Gukesh launched a sustained attack on his king and maintained control throughout the game.

After winning an exchange, the youngest-ever world champion converted his advantage with precision to register an impressive victory.

Iranian Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja remains at the top of the standings, extending his lead to three points.

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