Gukesh and Ding Liren draw in longest game of World Chess Championship 2024

In Game 8 of the 2024 World Chess Championship in Singapore, Indian Grandmaster Gukesh Dommaraju faced reigning champion Ding Liren. The match ended in a 72-move draw after five hours and 30 minutes, marking the longest game of the championship so far. Both players acknowledged Gukesh's strong performance, particularly in the opening phase. This game follows a dramatic Game 7, where Ding narrowly avoided defeat despite being in a challenging position. The championship has now reached its midway point, with Gukesh and Ding continuing to compete for the title. Game 8 featured Ding playing with the white pieces.