Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa achieved a remarkable milestone by winning the Norway Chess 2026 title, becoming the first Indian to secure this prestigious tournament. The 20-year-old showcased his resilience by entering the final round trailing American Grandmaster Wesley So. He needed a win against Germany's Vincent Keymer and required So to drop points against France's Alireza Firouzja. Praggnanandhaa delivered a brilliant performance, defeating Keymer while So and Firouzja drew their match, allowing Praggnanandhaa to clinch the title. World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen, despite having a challenging tournament, praised Praggnanandhaa's ability to perform under pressure, stating, "He won the last four classical games. That's as clutch as it gets." Praggnanandhaa's dominance was highlighted by his two victories over Carlsen during the tournament, making him one of the few players to achieve this feat. His final match featured a dynamic Queen's Gambit Declined, where he executed a successful kingside attack, culminating in a winning rook endgame. This victory not only marks a significant achievement for Praggnanandhaa but also highlights the competitiveness of chess at the highest level.