Norway Chess 2026: Praggnanandhaa, Assaubayeva claim top honours

June 6, 2026 10:32 AM

Norway Chess 2026: Praggnanandhaa, Assaubayeva claim top honours

Norway Chess 2026 concluded with an exciting final round, as Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu secured the title with a decisive classical win. Bibisara Assaubayeva, meanwhile, won the women’s tournament well before her final-round contest. Entering the round half a point behind Wesley So, Praggnanandhaa understood that a win could significantly improve his chances of surpassing the leader. Playing with White against Vincent Keymer, the Indian grandmaster capitalized on his opportunity and achieved a...

Norway Chess 2026: Carlsen defeats world champion Gukesh in Round 4

May 29, 2026 11:23 AM

Norway Chess 2026: Carlsen defeats world champion Gukesh in Round 4

World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen defeated reigning world champion D Gukesh in the fourth round of the Norway Chess 2026 tournament in Oslo on Thursday. Playing with the black pieces, Carlsen gradually took control of a tightly contested encounter and converted his advantage into a crucial classical victory. The game remained balanced for a long period before Carlsen capitalised on opportunities in the middlegame. Under mounting pressure and facing time trouble, Gukesh was unable to hold the position...