Alireza Firouzja Dominates Round 2 of Norway Chess 2026

Norway Chess 2026 Round 2 Highlights

In Oslo, Norway, on May 27, Alireza Firouzja showcased his skills by defeating India's R Praggnanandhaa with a score of 3-0 in the second round of Norway Chess 2026. Meanwhile, the match between Wesley So and D Gukesh ended in a draw, but So clinched victory in the Armageddon tie-break, according to a statement from Norway Chess.

Firouzja applied consistent pressure during the middlegame against Praggnanandhaa, ultimately converting his advantage into a win, marking his second consecutive classical victory in the tournament.

The encounter between Wesley So and World Champion D Gukesh was a strategic battle that concluded in a draw after classical time control. However, So triumphed in the Armageddon tie-break, earning additional points.

Magnus Carlsen faced Vincent Keymer in another match that ended in a draw. Carlsen held a slight edge in the endgame, but Keymer's solid defense allowed him to salvage the game. Carlsen later secured the win in the Armageddon tie-break.

In an all-Indian women's match, Divya Deshmukh triumphed over Koneru Humpy in Armageddon after their classical game ended in a draw.

Additionally, Anna Muzychuk defeated reigning Women's World Champion Ju Wenjun in Armageddon, gaining extra points.

Following the second round, Firouzja leads the standings with six points, having achieved back-to-back classical wins. Gukesh follows in second place with 2.5 points from two draws and an Armageddon win.

In the women's rankings, Assaubayeva maintains her lead with 4.5 points, including one win and an Armageddon victory.

In the first round, Firouzja had previously defeated Carlsen, while Gukesh secured an Armageddon win against Vincent Keymer. Praggnanandhaa also achieved an Armageddon victory over Wesley So.

In the Women's event, Assaubayeva emerged victorious against Koneru Humpy, while Divya Deshmukh won against Ju Wenjun in Armageddon.