D Gukesh’s coach, Grzegorz Gajewski, has stated that despite the Indian prodigy’s rise as the youngest world champion, he is “not yet complete as a player” and still has much to learn. Speaking during the Norway Chess 2025 tournament, Gajewski emphasized that Gukesh’s development is ongoing, and his focus should remain on long-term improvement rather than immediate results.
Gajewski’s Insights on Gukesh’s Growth
- Challenges of Coaching a Young Champion: Gajewski explained that working with a 19-year-old world champion presents unique challenges, as “nothing is fully formed yet” in terms of playing style and personal development.
- Balancing Immediate Success with Long-Term Goals: He stressed that while winning tournaments is important, Gukesh’s priority should be continuous improvement.
- Comparison to Viswanathan Anand: Gajewski, who previously worked with five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand, noted that coaching Gukesh is vastly different, as Anand was already an established legend, whereas Gukesh is still shaping his career.
Gukesh’s Performance at Norway Chess 2025
- Recent Loss to Wei Yi: Gukesh suffered a defeat in Armageddon against China’s Wei Yi, following a draw in their classical match.
- Tournament Standings: Despite the setback, Gukesh remains in contention for the top spots, competing against the world’s best players.
Future Outlook for Gukesh
Gajewski believes that Gukesh’s ability to learn from mistakes will be key to his future success. While he has already achieved historic milestones, his journey toward becoming a complete player is still ongoing.
For more updates on Norway Chess 2025 and Gukesh’s journey, stay tuned!
