Praggnanandhaa's Path to Victory in Norway Chess 2026: A Three-Way Showdown
Explained: How Praggnanandhaa can win Norway Chess in a three-way battle
The Times Of India
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With just one round remaining in the Norway Chess 2026 tournament, India's Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu is in contention for the title, trailing leader Wesley So by half a point. The final round features a crucial match between So and Alireza Firouzja, influencing Praggnanandhaa's chances of winning.
- 01Wesley So leads the standings with 15.5 points, followed by Praggnanandhaa with 15 points and Alireza Firouzja with 14.5 points.
- 02Praggnanandhaa secured a vital Round 9 victory against reigning World Champion D Gukesh, earning three points.
- 03A win for Praggnanandhaa in the final round against Vincent Keymer could elevate him to 18 points, depending on the outcome of the So-Firouzja match.
- 04If So loses or draws against Firouzja, Praggnanandhaa has a strong chance to clinch the title.
- 05Praggnanandhaa can still compete for the title through Armageddon tiebreakers if he draws his classical game.
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The Norway Chess 2026 tournament is poised for an exciting conclusion, with India's Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu still in the title race as the final round approaches. Currently, Wesley So leads with 15.5 points, followed closely by Praggnanandhaa at 15 points and Alireza Firouzja at 14.5 points. Praggnanandhaa's recent victory over World Champion D Gukesh in Round 9 has kept him in contention. The final round will see So face Firouzja, creating a scenario where Praggnanandhaa can capitalize on their match results. A victory for Praggnanandhaa against Germany's Vincent Keymer would bring him to 18 points, potentially securing him the championship if So does not win. However, Keymer remains undefeated in the tournament, making this a challenging task. If Praggnanandhaa draws his classical game, he could still have a chance through the Armageddon tiebreakers, depending on the outcomes of the other matches. The dynamics of the final round will be crucial in determining the champion.
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The outcome of the final round could significantly influence the prestige of Indian chess on the global stage.
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