Gukesh and Ding Liren Level in Chess Championship

The World Chess Championship 2024 features a match between reigning champion Ding Liren from China and 18-year-old challenger Gukesh Dommaraju from India, with the series tied at 1.5-1.5 after three games. Ding won the first game, but Gukesh leveled the score by winning the third game when Ding lost on time in a difficult position. The total prize fund for the championship is $2.5 million, with players earning $200,000 per win and a potential split of $1.3 million for the winner if a tiebreak is required. The best-of-14 match continues with Game 4 scheduled, where Gukesh will be playing with the black pieces. This championship marks the first time in 138 years that two Asian players are competing for the title. As Ding attempts to defend his title, he must capitalize on his opportunities to regain momentum against Gukesh's strong play.