D Gukesh, the youngest chess world champion, is currently facing a challenging phase following his historic title win in December 2024. He has experienced a decline in performance, losing 51 rating points, and is under increasing scrutiny from critics, including chess legends like Magnus Carlsen and Garry Kasparov. In light of this, five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand has stepped in to offer guidance. He urges Gukesh to 'ignore the noise' and focus on his own development, acknowledging that criticism is a part of the game. Anand reflects on his own experiences, suggesting that appreciating the championship title often comes after facing adversity. The pressure intensifies as Gukesh prepares to face Uzbek prodigy Javokhir Sindarov, who recently achieved a record-breaking Candidates win, in what will be the youngest World Championship match in history.