No title in 2025: ‘Can’t jump to the next peak’ — Abhinav Bindra on Gukesh’s form slump

Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra offers perspective on D Gukesh’s recent chess performance dip, calling it a natural phase post-major success. Bindra emphasizes returning to basics and recharging energy, both physically and mentally, to overcome such periods. He notes that in sports, past achievements fade, and continuous effort and finding joy are key to navigating these cycles.