The story of the World Championship 2024 through pictures: Game 11
After seven consecutive draws, Game 11 of the World Championship match between D Gukesh and Ding Liren finally delivered the third decisive result. Gukesh successfully took Ding out of his preparation from the opening, and despite both players facing severe time pressure, Gukesh held his ground. Ding's blunder was immediately capitalized by Gukesh, forcing Ding to resign. Game 11 will undoubtedly be remembered as a turning point in the match. Check out the article to explore some of the game’s most fascinating moments. | Photo: Eng Chin An
In the blink of an eye
Indian crown arrived at the playing venue
Even though Gukesh could manage to stay calm, his fans could not, as they were overflowing with excitement! | Photo: Maria Emelianova
Ding was also composed and focused, ready to face the storm in Game 11. | Photo: Maria Emelianova
The first move for Gukesh was made by Asia's first grandmaster Eugenio Torre | Photo: Eng Chin An
And former Women's World Champion Hou Yifan made the first move for Ding Liren | Photo: Eng Chin An
After a series of draws, fans wanted some spark on the scoreboard. | Photo: Eng Chin An
Gukesh's opening scrambled Ding out of his preparation. | Photo: Eng Chin An
... as Ding spent 38 minutes on his fifth move: Nf3 | Photo: Eng Chin An
'All this for nothing!' Gukesh's immediate response of a3 made Ding realize his 38-minute analysis had been spent on what he later called ‘nonsense variations'. | Photo: Eng Chin An
Gukesh mirrored extra long think as he spent an hour on the ninth move, but he found the best move g3! | Photo: Maria Emelianova
In his own words, "It was just horrible! I don't know what to do. I was just kicking myself" | Photo: Maria Emelianova
They both were misled by their own calculations | Photo: Maria Emelianova
Regained Confidence - Gukesh took a short break to clear his mind, telling himself: "I have already spoiled the advantage. Now let me just make one move at a time and not make any more mistakes." | Photo: Eng Chin An
Gukesh was in full main-character mode! | Photo: Eng Chin An
The position was equal for both the players.. unlike the time! With only 7.41 minutes left on the clock and 12 moves for an extra 30 minutes... | Photo: Eng Chin An
... Ding made a blunder... Qc8... that cost him the game! | Photo: Eng Chin An
In a blink of an eye, the game turned around! | Photo: Eng Chin An
The challenger is now leading by one point for the first time in the match! | Photo: Eng Chin An
All eyes are on Ding and his team to see how they will fight back. | Photo: Maria Emelianova
"Indian fans are the best!" - Gukesh
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