Praggnanandhaa Secures Key Victory at Norway Chess, Title Race Intensifies
Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa takes revenge on Gukesh; title race goes to final day
The Times Of India
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Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa achieved a crucial victory over Dommaraju Gukesh at the Norway Chess tournament, closing the gap to leader Wesley So. With three consecutive wins, he remains a contender for the title, which will be decided on the final day of competition.
- 01Praggnanandhaa defeated Gukesh, avenging his earlier loss in the tournament.
- 02The tournament leader, Wesley So, is only 0.5 points ahead of Praggnanandhaa.
- 03Praggnanandhaa has won three consecutive classical games against top opponents.
- 04Divya Deshmukh and Koneru Humpy faced defeats, with Humpy finishing last in the women's section.
- 05The final day will feature critical matches, including a showdown between Carlsen and Gukesh.
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In a thrilling rematch at the Norway Chess tournament, Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa triumphed over Dommaraju Gukesh, avenging his earlier defeat. This victory marks Praggnanandhaa's third consecutive win, placing him just 0.5 points behind tournament leader Wesley So. The match showcased Praggnanandhaa's strategic prowess as he neutralized Gukesh's aggressive play, ultimately forcing his opponent to resign. With the final day approaching, Praggnanandhaa is set to face Vincent Keymer, who remains undefeated in classical games. Meanwhile, the women's section concluded with Bibisara Assaubayeva securing the title, while Divya Deshmukh and Koneru Humpy struggled, finishing near the bottom of the standings. The upcoming matches will be pivotal, especially the anticipated clash between Carlsen and Gukesh, as the title race intensifies.
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Praggnanandhaa's performance boosts the profile of Indian chess on the international stage.
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