R Praggnanandhaa Triumphs Over Magnus Carlsen at Norway Chess 2024

Who is R Praggnanandhaa?

R Praggnanandhaa is an 18-year-old Indian Grandmaster who has made significant strides in the chess world. Recently, he registered his first-ever classical win over World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen.

Significance of Praggnanandhaa's Win at Norway Chess 2024

Praggnanandhaa's victory over Carlsen in the third round of Norway Chess 2024 was momentous as it marked his first classical win against the World Champion, propelling him to the sole leader's position in the tournament.

How Praggnanandhaa Achieved This Win

Playing with white pieces, Praggnanandhaa managed to overcome Carlsen despite trailing on the clock for most of the game. His calm and strategic play enabled him to secure the win and earn three crucial points.

Magnus Carlsen's Performance After the Match

Following his loss to Praggnanandhaa, Carlsen slipped to fifth in the six-man standings in the open section of Norway Chess.

Other Notable Players in Norway Chess 2024

• American Grandmaster Fabio Caruana took the second spot after his win over GM Ding Liren.
• GM Hikaru Nakamura retained the third spot after defeating GM Alireza Firouzja in Armageddon.
• GM Ding Liren, set to compete against GM D Gukesh for the World Championship title later this year, was in the last spot after three rounds.

R Vaishali's Performance in the Women's Section

R Vaishali, Praggnanandhaa's sister, is leading the women's section after three rounds. She beat compatriot Koneru Humpy and held GM Anna Muzychuk to a draw to retain her sole lead position.

Prize Fund for Norway Chess 2024

Norway Chess offers USD 160,000 in prize funds for both the Open and Women's sections. The tournament features six players competing in classical chess from May 27 to June 7.