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Round 7 of Norway Chess saw Indian stars bounce back after a difficult previous round. R Praggnanandhaa defeated Alireza Firouzja in a commanding classical game, while Divya Deshmukh beat Koneru Humpy in an Armageddon tie-break to remain second in the women’s standings. Meanwhile, magnus carlsen and D Gukesh won their Armageddon games but remained at the bottom of the open-section leaderboard.

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi has returned to the world's top 10, climbing to No. 8 in the June 2026 FIDE ratings after gaining 10 points. He is the only Indian in the top 10. Strong performances, including at the TePe Sigeman tournament in Malmö, boosted his ranking. Although he lost a playoff to magnus carlsen, Erigaisi's overall results secured his comeback among chess's elite.

magnus carlsen’s birthday message to D Gukesh went viral during Norway Chess 2026. “You're not a teenager anymore, time to grow up,” Carlsen joked as Gukesh turned 20. Several chess stars, including Ju Wenjun and Koneru Humpy, also wished him. Later, Carlsen defeated Gukesh in a closely fought classical game, improving his position in the tournament standings.

At Norway Chess Round 8, R Praggnanandhaa defeated magnus carlsen for the second time in two weeks, outplaying the World No. 1 in a sharp French Defence to stay in title contention. Meanwhile, Gukesh suffered another classical setback against Alireza Firouzja after a preparation mix-up in the Ragozin Defence. In the women’s event, Divya Deshmukh lost to women's leader Bibisara Assaubayeva.

At Norway Chess Round 5, D Gukesh bounced back from his loss to magnus carlsen by defeating R Praggnanandhaa in a tense classical game, climbing to third place. In the women's event, Divya Deshmukh scored her first classical win, beating Zhu Jiner to become sole leader. Meanwhile, Carlsen suffered a third classical defeat, losing to Wesley So.

World Champion D Gukesh suffered a 42-move classical defeat against World No. 1 magnus carlsen on the eve of his 20th birthday in Round 4 of Norway Chess 2026. Meanwhile, Divya Deshmukh's brilliant unbeaten streak came to an end after losing her Armageddon tiebreak to Ukraine's Anna Muzychuk. R Praggnanandhaa won his game, while Koneru Humpy's tough run continues.

Norway Chess 2026 begins on May 25 in Oslo, featuring stars like magnus carlsen, Gukesh Dommaraju, Praggnanandhaa and Wesley So. Indian viewers can watch the tournament live on Mirror Now, while online streaming will be available on Chess.com, the official Norway Chess website and YouTube. The tournament runs till June 5 and also features a strong women’s lineup led by Ju Wenjun and Humpy Koneru.

magnus carlsen's father, Henrik, expressed concern over the immense pressure faced by young chess prodigies like D Gukesh after winning world titles. He highlighted the unique challenges of handling global expectations at such an early age, contrasting Gukesh's Indian background with Magnus's Norwegian upbringing. Henrik also reflected on his own journey as a parent of a chess icon.

Round 6 of Norway Chess brought a dramatic reversal for India as D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, and Divya Deshmukh all suffered costly classical defeats in the reverse fixtures. Vincent Keymer outplayed Gukesh, Wesley So overcame Praggnanandhaa in a superior endgame, and Women’s World Champion Ju Wenjun defeated Divya. magnus carlsen returned to winning ways against Alireza Firouzja, while Koneru Humpy lost her Armageddon tie-break, capping a difficult day for India.

Youngster Divya Deshmukh continued her fine start at Norway Chess by defeating country No. 1 Koneru Humpy in an Armageddon tiebreak after a tactical classical draw. It was a bleak day for India in the open section, however, as R Praggnanandhaa lost in classical to Alireza Firouzja, while D Gukesh fell to Wesley So in Armageddon.

In an unexpected turn at his hometown tournament, magnus carlsen experienced a surprising defeat, falling to Wesley So in his third classical game. With the demands of fatherhood weighing on him and priorities evolving, these losses are certainly noteworthy. On a different note, Divya Deshmukh is making waves in the women's division, displaying remarkable skill against fierce rivals.

Norway's chess tournament kicks off with a star-studded lineup, featuring world champion D Gukesh and magnus carlsen. China's Ju Wenjun leads the women's field. Indian prodigy R Praggnanandhaa joins the fray after a strong showing in Romania, while Vincent Keymer and Alireza Firouzja also compete. The event unfolds at Oslo's impressive public library.

D Gukesh enjoyed a funny birthday moment during Norway Chess 2026 celebrations as players sang for his 20th birthday before a sailing event in Oslo. Laughter erupted after Wesley So jokingly asked Javokhir Sindarov, Gukesh’s future World Championship challenger, to sing a song. Earlier, magnus carlsen defeated Gukesh in Round 4, while Bibisara Assaubayeva continued leading the women’s standings.

R. Praggnanandhaa secured a significant victory over World No. 1 magnus carlsen at Norway Chess 2026, marking his second classical win against the Norwegian in two weeks. Playing with black, Praggnanandhaa showcased strong composure and active piece play, capitalizing on Carlsen's king safety vulnerabilities.

India's R Praggnanandhaa scripted a sensational repeat of history at the Norway Chess tournament in Oslo, stunning local hero and World No. 1 magnus carlsen in a 62-move classical encounter. Meanwhile, debutante Divya Deshmukh continued her dream run in the women's section, defeating tournament leader Bibisara Assaubayeva to secure her third consecutive Armageddon victory.

D Gukesh admitted criticism over his recent poor form is fair, saying, “They have the right to say what they feel and I have the right to do my best.” Since winning the world title against Ding Liren in 2024, Gukesh has struggled for consistency, drawing criticism from legends like magnus carlsen and Anatoly Karpov.

Indian chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa secured a remarkable second classical victory against world champion magnus carlsen in Norway. Despite a complex game where both players faced time trouble and made errors, Praggnanandhaa's strategic play ultimately led to Carlsen's resignation. The young Indian's candid assessment highlighted his ambition and the unpredictable nature of high-level chess.

D Gukesh went viral during Norway Chess after hilariously failing to open a water bottle mid-game against Wesley So and quietly putting it back. The funny moment came during a frustrating day for Gukesh, who dominated the classical game but lost in Armageddon. Meanwhile, Alireza Firouzja continued his unbeaten run at the tournament.

Indian chess prodigy Divya Deshmukh stunned reigning women's world champion Ju Wenjun in an Armageddon tie-breaker at Norway Chess. Meanwhile, Gukesh also secured an Armageddon victory against Vincent Keymer after a lengthy classical draw. Humpy Koneru, however, fell to Bibisara Assaubayeva in her classical encounter.

India enjoyed a decent opening day at Norway Chess as 20-year-old debutante Divya Deshmukh held World Champion Ju Wenjun to a classical draw before defeating her in the Armageddon tiebreak. Joining her in the winner's circle were D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa, who also won their respective Armageddon matches, while magnus carlsen suffered a shock defeat.

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh expressed excitement about potentially playing his World Championship match in India, calling it "super cool." The 19-year-old, who will face Javokhir Sindarov, prefers a warmer venue than his opponent's home country. Gukesh acknowledged recent performance dips but views the pressure as a privilege for growth.

While Nihal and his S8UL teammate Aravindh Chithambaram have both successfully qualified for the upcoming Esports World Cup (EWC) 2026 Chess main event, Nihal stands alone as India's premier direct invitee for the country-based ENC tournament, where he will represent Team India Esports.

As Norway Chess moves to Oslo for its 2026 edition, all eyes are on the Indian contingent. From World Champion D Gukesh seeking urgent form before his title defence to Koneru Humpy making a highly anticipated return to the board, we break down the biggest storylines dominating the 12-day double round-robin tournament.

Indian Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram became the first Indian to qualify for the Chess event at Esports World Cup 2026 after winning the Road to EWC qualifier at DreamHack Atlanta. The 26-year-old defeated Alexey Sarana in a dramatic Armageddon decider to secure qualification, USD 15,000 prize money, and a place in the main event scheduled from August 11-15.

India's esports and chess talent will now have a direct path to the prestigious Esports World Cup 2026. The Esports Foundation and JioBLAST have launched 'India Rising: Road to EWC,' beginning with chess qualifiers. Top Indian players will vie for a spot in the main event in Riyadh, showcasing the nation's growing prowess in competitive gaming and chess.

magnus carlsen clinched the TePe Sigeman & Co. chess title in Malmo after a dramatic classical win against Yagiz Kaan and two decisive blitz victories over Arjun Erigaisi. Carlsen's resilience in the classical phase, forcing complex endgames, proved pivotal. Erigaisi fought valiantly, securing a draw in the classical finale and winning one blitz tiebreak before Carlsen ultimately triumphed.

World No. 1 and five-time world magnus carlsen suffered his first classical chess defeat in nearly a year after losing to Jorden van Foreest at the TePe Sigeman & Co Tournament 2026 in Malmo. Carlsen had remained unbeaten since his loss to D Gukesh in 2025. Arjun Erigaisi stayed unbeaten after drawing with Nodirbek Abdusattorov.

magnus carlsen makes a rare classical over-the-board appearance in Malmo, Sweden, for the TePe Sigeman & Co tournament. While Carlsen is a focal point, young talents like Yagiz Kaan, Nodirbek Abdusattorov, and Erigaisi Arjun will also vie for attention in the elite eight-player event.

magnus carlsen won the Chess.com Open, while Denis Lazavik beat Nihal Sarin, leaving no Indian qualified yet for the Esports World Cup 2026, as of yet. Extra qualification spots don’t pass down, increasing pressure on Sarin. He remains India’s one of the besthopes, with chances through circuit rankings and qualifiers in the evolving esports chess format.

In this exclusive interview, Vincent Keymer reflected on his rise from winning the Grenke Open at 13 to claiming the Grenke Freestyle 2026 title in Karlsruhe. Germany’s No. 1 spoke about freestyle chess relying more on intuition, handling the “intimidation factor” of magnus carlsen, and balancing school with chess while growing up in a family of musicians. Keymer also praised coach Péter Lékó and discussed the challenges young chess players face in Germany compared to countries like India.