D Gukesh Triumphs Over Magnus Carlsen in Norway Chess 2025
Gukesh's Remarkable Victory
In a stunning turn of events at the Norway Chess 2025 tournament, India's chess prodigy D Gukesh achieved a remarkable victory against former world champion Magnus Carlsen during Round 6. Despite his win, Gukesh expressed dissatisfaction with how it unfolded, particularly in light of Carlsen's emotional reaction post-match, which included banging the table and knocking pieces off the board.
This victory marked Gukesh's first classical win over Carlsen, coming from a position where he was initially losing. At just 19 years old, he became only the second Indian to defeat Carlsen in this prestigious tournament, following Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa.
Gukesh's Humble Reaction
After the match, Gukesh reflected on his win, stating, "It wasn't the way I wanted it to be, but I will take it." He also empathized with Carlsen's frustration, recalling his own experiences of similar outbursts during his career.
Carlsen's Frustration on Display
Following Gukesh's victory, a video shared on Norway Chess's official X account captured Carlsen's emotional response. He visibly expressed his frustration by banging the table, causing pieces to scatter. Nevertheless, he graciously shook Gukesh's hand and offered a supportive pat on the back as Gukesh collected himself after the surprising win.
Gukesh's Shock and Coach's Praise
Gukesh admitted he was still in disbelief about his comeback, saying, "99 out of 100 times I would lose, but today was just a lucky day."
His coach, Grandmaster Vishnu Prasanna, commended Gukesh's determination and tenacity. He noted, "We must credit Gukesh for his stubbornness and resourcefulness. He was aware he was in a losing position for a long time, yet he kept fighting. As time dwindled, he found opportunities to turn the game around. While he may not have intended to win, I’m sure he is thrilled with the outcome."
Current Standings and Future Matches
With this victory, Gukesh climbed to third place in the Norway Chess 2025 standings, accumulating 8.5 points, just one point behind Carlsen and American player Fabiano Caruana. Earlier in the tournament, Carlsen had bested Gukesh in their first classical match since Gukesh became world champion, showcasing the intense rivalry between the two players.