D. Gukesh vs Magnus Carlsen
D Gukesh Stuns Magnus Carlsen At Norway Chess .World Champion D Gukesh secured a remarkable victory against former World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in Round 6 of Norway Chess, recovering from a losing position on Sunday, his first classical win over the Norwegian GM and becoming the second Indian player after R Praggnanandhaa to defeat Carlsen in this competition.
Carlsen maintained control throughout most of the match, but faltered in the closing stages, allowing the 19-year-old old Gukesh to capitalise and claim the win.
Reacting to the surprise victory, Gukesh said he would have lost 99 out of 100 times against Carlsen, calling it a “lucky day” for him. His calm and composed demeanour stood in sharp contrast to Carlsen’s reaction – he smashed the table and stormed off the playing area after losing to the reigning world champion in classical chess.
Gukesh secured a massive win in the sixth round on Carlsen’s home turf, defeating him in classical time control for the first time in his career. Playing with the white pieces, the Indian teenager held firm under pressure and capitalised on a rare blunder by the 34-year-old Norwegian in the endgame.
Carlsen had the upper hand for most of the match, but Gukesh defended with discipline and composure, turning the tables with a precise counterattack as Carlsen faltered in time trouble.
Carlsen’s reaction to the loss was shocking—he slammed the table so hard it startled the entire room, including Gukesh. Though he quickly apologised, he then stormed out of the venue.
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