New Delhi, Oct. 28 -- In a moment that blended class, calm and quiet strength, World Chess Champion D Gukesh defeated American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura at the Clutch Chess Champions Showdown 2025 in Saint Louis, USA - and then won- the internet's respect.

The 18-year-old Indian grandmaster, known for his composure on and off the board, beat Nakamura in the rapid format with a confident, calculated performance to claim their mini-match 1.5-0.5. But it wasn't the scoreline that grabbed headlines - it was what Gukesh did after the win.

This match carried extra tension. Just weeks ago, Nakamura had sparked controversy during an exhibition event, Checkmate: USA vs India, when he threw Gukesh's king into the crowd after a win - a gesture t...