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I don't feel intimidated, I always feel more excited playing Carlsen: Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa

Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa achieved another significant victory against World No. 1, Magnus Carlsen at Norway Chess. This marks his second consecutive win over the world number one in the tournament. Praggnanandhaa's performance strengthens his bid for a historic title. He expressed excitement playing Carlsen, stating it brings out his…

The Economic Times

Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa beats Carlsen again; Gukesh's title hopes end

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has defeated world number one Magnus Carlsen twice in classical chess at Norway Chess 2026. This victory places Praggnanandhaa in third place and significantly impacts Carlsen's chances for an eighth title. American Grandmaster Wesley So leads the tournament. Alireza Firouzja is in second place. The final…

The Economic Times

Praggnanandhaa shocks World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen once again, moves closer to historic Norway Chess title

Young Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa secured his second classical victory against world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen at Norway Chess 2026, boosting his title chances. The win put Praggnanandhaa in third place, while Carlsen's title defense faced a significant setback with only two rounds remaining.

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Indian chess stars R Praggnanandhaa, D Gukesh and Divya Deshmukh keep India's title hopes alive with wins

India's young chess stars D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa delivered strong performances in Round 7 of Norway Chess. Gukesh won his Armageddon tie-break, while Praggnanandhaa secured a classical victory. Divya Deshmukh also bounced back with a win. These results keep India's challenge alive as the tournament heads into its final…

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Norway Chess: Gukesh downs Praggnanandhaa to revive title hopes; Divya storms into lead

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh reignites his Norway Chess campaign with a win over R Praggnanandhaa. Magnus Carlsen's struggles continue as he loses to Wesley So. In the women's section, Divya Deshmukh takes the lead after defeating Zhu Jiner. The tournament sees shifts in standings after these exciting classical encounters.

The Economic Times

Injured Alireza Firouzja plays through pain to shock world No 1 Magnus Carlsen in Oslo

Frenchman scored at Norway Chess despite his heavily protected sprained ankle, and defeated Carlsen for the first time in a classical game

The Guardian - UK

Criticisms are justified, I haven't performed well: D Gukesh

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh acknowledges his recent performances have not met expectations. He is preparing for his World Championship title defense later this year. Gukesh will participate in Norway Chess and the Chess Olympiad before his crucial match against Javokhir Sindarov. He expressed happiness about potentially defending his title…

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Erling Haaland has another business venture. This time in chess

Haaland co-founded Chess Mates

The Independent UK

Erling Haaland announces surprise investment in new global chess tour

Erling Haaland has invested in a global chess tour in the hope of making the ‘incredible game’ more popular

The Independent UK

Striking gambit: Erling Haaland invests in new world chess championship

Erling Haaland said of chess: ‘There are clear similarities to football,’ with his fellow Norwegian – and world chess No 1 Magnus Carlsen – likely to play

The Guardian - UK

World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen Slams Table, Knocks Over Pieces During Norway Chess Loss

Magnus Carlsen punched a table after losing a match to the fifth ranked player in the world at Norway Chess.

Sports Illustrated

Magnus Carlsen slams table after shock loss to Gukesh Dommaraju in Norway

Gukesh Dommaraju earned his first classical win over Magnus Carlsen on Sunday in Norway, prompting the world No 1 to punch the table in frustration

The Guardian - US

Chess: Carlsen and Nakamura dominate in Stavanger, while Ding falters again

Magnus Carlsen continued his winning streak in Norway as Hikaru Nakamura gained the No 2 ranking, but China’s world champion finished a poor last of six

The Guardian - UK

Chess: Magnus Carlsen loses on home turf in Norway to 18-year-old Indian

Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu, fifth in the Candidates, says: ‘I can beat these players, but I have to play my best for that’

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The Times of India

Playing Magnus Carlsen in his home turf not a challenge for me: Praggnanandhaa

NEW DELHI: R Praggnanandhaa, a rising star in Indian chess, is confident as he prepares to face Magnus Carlsen at the upcoming Norway Chess tournament, commencing on May 27.

The Times of India

Praggnanandhaa, Humpy, Vaishali to lead India's challenge in Norway Chess

NEW DELHI: India's chess prowess will be on full display as Grandmasters R Praggnanandhaa, Koneru Humpy, and Vaishali Rameshbabu lead the charge for India in the esteemed Norway Chess tournament, set to take place in Stavanger from May 27 to June 7.

The Times of India

Norway chess: Viswanathan Anand, Anish Giri share honours in round six; Magnus Carlsen moves into lead

STAVANGER (Norway): Indian maestro Viswanathan Anand drew his sixth-round contest against Anish Giri of the Netherlands in the Classical section of the Norway Chess tournament.

The Hindu

Anand beats Carlsen in blitz event of Norway Chess, finishes fourth

The Indian GM started with a win over Aryan Tari in the blitz before drawing with So in round two

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