D Gukesh Achieves Historic Victory Over Magnus Carlsen at Norway Chess 2025
Gukesh's Remarkable Comeback
In a thrilling match at the Norway Chess 2025 tournament, World Champion Dommaraju Gukesh, known simply as Gukesh, achieved a remarkable victory against former World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen during Round 6 on Sunday. Gukesh turned the tide from a seemingly losing position, marking his first classical win against the Norwegian grandmaster.
A Milestone for Indian Chess
The 19-year-old Gukesh has now become the second Indian player to defeat Carlsen in this prestigious tournament, following in the footsteps of Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa.
Gukesh's Winning Move
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Climbing the Rankings
This victory propelled Gukesh to the third position in the Norway Chess 2025 standings, accumulating 8.5 points, just one point shy of Carlsen and American player Fabiano Caruana.
Previous Encounters
Earlier in the tournament, on May 27, Carlsen had bested Gukesh in a highly anticipated Round One match, showcasing a classic king hunt. This encounter was particularly significant as it was their first classical game since Gukesh claimed the world title, and it also marked Carlsen's return to individual classical chess after a lengthy hiatus.
Coach's Praise for Gukesh
Following the match, Gukesh's coach, Grandmaster Vishnu Prasanna, commended the young player's tenacity and strategic thinking. He noted, “Gukesh deserves immense credit for his determination and creativity. Despite being in a seemingly lost position for a long time, he continued to fight, and as time dwindled, he found opportunities to turn the game around. While winning may not have been his initial goal, I believe he is thrilled with the outcome.” This victory has intensified the competition as the tournament approaches its concluding rounds.