In Round 5 of Norway Chess 2026, D Gukesh secured his first classical win by defeating compatriot R Praggnanandhaa, which propelled him to third place in the standings. Gukesh's victory came after 47 moves, prompting Praggnanandhaa to resign. Previously, Gukesh had struggled in the tournament, having not won any classical games until now. Alireza Firouzja remains at the top of the leaderboard with two wins and three draws, including two Armageddon victories. Wesley So also had a notable day, stunning five-time champion Magnus Carlsen, who now sits at the bottom of the table after three losses. In the women's event, Divya Deshmukh maintained her lead with five points after a draw against Zhu Jiner. Bibisara Assaubayeva and Anna Muzychuk follow closely in the standings, showcasing strong performances throughout the tournament.