Why Gukesh will not play in World Rapid and Blitz Championships

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh, the youngest World Chess Champion, will miss the 2024 World Rapid and Blitz Championships in New York for rest and recovery. Gukesh's decision follows his intense 14-game win over Ding Liren. India's hopes now rest on rising stars Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi, while Magnus Carlsen remains the favorite.