Indian prodigy R Praggnanandhaa stuns world number two Fabiano Caruana at Norway Chess, breaks into top 10 rankings

Indian chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa continues to make waves in the chess world as he achieved a historic victory over world number two Fabiano Caruana in Round 5 of Norway Chess. This win comes after his stunning upset against world number one Magnus Carlsen in Round 3, making him the first player ever to beat both the top two players in classical chess.

The victory catapulted Praggnanandhaa into the top 10 of the chess world rankings, solidifying his status as a rising star in the chess world. The official handle of Norway Chess took to social media to praise the young prodigy, dubbing him as “PRAGG IS BACK” and highlighting his remarkable performance in the tournament.

In the game against Caruana, Praggnanandhaa displayed his strategic prowess by executing a Carlsen-like endgame to outmaneuver his opponent. Despite facing a theoretical draw situation, Praggnanandhaa persisted and capitalized on a critical blunder by Caruana to secure the victory.

Meanwhile, in the overall standings of the tournament, America’s Hikaru Nakamura extended his lead over world champion Magnus Carlsen with a commanding performance. With five rounds remaining, Praggnanandhaa is closely trailing Carlsen with 8.5 points, showcasing his potential to compete at the highest level of chess.

In the women’s section of the tournament, Vaishali also showcased her skills with impressive performances, including a victory over Chinese player Tingjie Lei. With her strong showing, Vaishali remains a top contender in the competition.

Overall, Praggnanandhaa’s remarkable victories against top-ranked players and his rise in the rankings have solidified his position as a formidable force in the world of chess, garnering attention and admiration from chess enthusiasts worldwide.