In a thrilling Round 5 of Norway Chess 2026, reigning World Champion D Gukesh triumphed over fellow Indian player Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu. Despite Praggnanandhaa's strong start and control of the game, Gukesh seized a key opportunity late in the match, ultimately converting his advantage into a hard-fought victory. In another key matchup, Wesley So defeated World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen after a prolonged strategic battle, showcasing his tactical prowess in the endgame. Alireza Firouzja, the tournament leader, faced Vincent Keymer, resulting in a draw, but Firouzja secured an extra point by winning the Armageddon decider. In the women's tournament, Divya Deshmukh achieved a significant win against Zhu Jiner, moving her into first place. Meanwhile, Bibisara Assaubayeva and Anna Muzychuk battled to a draw, with Muzychuk later claiming victory in the Armageddon tiebreak.