Gukesh is no accident: World champion faces Karpov’s jibe, Carlsen’s shadow and Sindarov’s challenge in Geneva

Nov 14, 2026

Gukesh will defend his world chess title against Javokhir Sindarov in Geneva on November 24. Anatoly Karpov expressed doubts about Gukesh's legitimacy as champion and labeled him accidental. While Sindarov boasts an impressive track record, Gukesh possesses valuable championship experience, which could influence the match. The outcome may depend on the players' ability to focus solely on the game and avoid distractions.

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