Gukesh, 18, played a pivotal role in India's historic victory as the men's team defeated Slovenia 3.5-0.5 in the final round to claim their first Olympiad gold. The Indian women's team also secured gold, marking a historic double for the country.

The nation had not won gold in either category till date, winning a bronze twice (2014 and 2022) in the Open category and once (2022) in the Women’s event. On Sunday, India not only won their first ever gold medal,

The Indian men's team in the open section was so breathtakingly formidable that in 44 games, they lost just once, winning 27 and drawing the remaining.