India’s D Gukesh became the youngest winner of the FIDE Candidates tournament:

·         FIDE is the international governing body for the game of chess. It was founded in Paris in 1924, and its headquarters are currently located in Lausanne, Switzerland.

·          FIDE is responsible for organizing international chess competitions, including the World Chess Championship, and for establishing the rules of the game.

·          FIDE grants titles such as Grandmaster, International Master, and FIDE Master to players based on their performance in tournaments and their Elo rating, which measures their skill level.

·          FIDE also promotes chess education and development globally, aiming to spread the game and increase participation at all levels.