Norway Chess 2024: R Praggnanandhaa Impresses, Magnus Carlsen Reigns Supreme at Home

Norway Chess 2024: R Praggnanandhaa Impresses, Magnus Carlsen Reigns Supreme at Home

Stavanger, Norway – India’s teenage chess prodigy, R Praggnanandhaa, capped off an impressive performance with a third-place finish at the prestigious Norway Chess 2024 tournament. The event was dominated by reigning world champion Magnus Carlsen, who clinched the title on home soil.

Praggnanandhaa, who has been making waves in the chess world, put up a strong showing against some of the game’s best players. He defeated former world champion Viswanathan Anand in the first round and held eventual winner Carlsen to a draw in the sixth round.

Despite finishing third behind Carlsen and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov, Praggnanandhaa earned an impressive score of 5.5 points out of 9 games. His performance showcased his growing skill and maturity as a player.

Carlsen, on the other hand, lived up to his reputation as the world’s number one. He scored 6.5 points and remained undefeated throughout the tournament. This marks his third consecutive victory at Norway Chess, cementing his dominance in the event.

The victory further solidifies Carlsen’s position as a legendary figure in chess. It also highlights Norway’s status as a major hub for the sport, hosting one of the most competitive and prestigious chess tournaments in the world.

Keywords:

Norway Chess 2024
R Praggnanandhaa
Magnus Carlsen
Viswanathan Anand
Shakhriyar Mamedyarov
Chess tournament