R Praggnanandhaa Triumphs Over Magnus Carlsen in Las Vegas Chess Showdown
Exciting Chess Match in Las Vegas
In a thrilling encounter at the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam in Las Vegas, Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa achieved a remarkable victory against world number one Magnus Carlsen in the opening game of their freestyle chess match.
As reported by Chess.com, the 19-year-old chess sensation secured a 1-0 win while playing with the white pieces.
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However, Carlsen quickly regained his composure in the second game, leveling the match before triumphing in both blitz tiebreak games, ultimately winning 2-0 and moving on to the finals.
In the first game, Praggnanandhaa showcased his skills, defeating Carlsen with white pieces.
Yet, the second game saw Carlsen emerge victorious, leading to a tiebreak where he dominated, winning 2-0.
Earlier in the tournament, Praggnanandhaa had already made headlines by defeating Carlsen in a dominant Round 4 match during the Las Vegas Chess Grand Slam Tour.
He displayed remarkable consistency in group A, achieving three consecutive wins from rounds two to four, including a notable victory over the pre-tournament favorite, Carlsen.
In just 39 moves, Praggnanandhaa outmaneuvered the Norwegian champion, solidifying his rising status in the global chess arena and highlighting a concerning trend for Carlsen against India's emerging chess talents.
With a time control of 10 minutes plus a 10-second increment per round, Praggnanandhaa exhibited a level of confidence and skill rarely seen against the five-time world champion.
