Magnus Carlsen Extends Lead in Norway Chess Tournament; Indian Players Face Setbacks

The Norway Chess tournament has been a rollercoaster of emotions for players and fans alike, with world number one Magnus Carlsen solidifying his lead while Indian players R Praggnanandhaa and R Vaishali faced setbacks in their respective sections.

Carlsen’s victory over Ding Liren propelled him to the top of the standings with 12 points, with Hikaru Nakamura close behind with 11 points. Meanwhile, Ding Liren continues to struggle, sitting at the bottom with only 2.5 points.

In the women’s section, Vaishali suffered a loss against reigning Women’s World Champion Wenjun Ju, allowing Ju to share the lead with Anna Muzychuk at 10.5 points. Vaishali is just half a point behind the leaders, with four rounds remaining in the tournament.

Despite his recent setback, Praggnanandhaa remains within striking distance of the leaders with 9.5 points. Both he and Vaishali will be looking to bounce back in the remaining rounds and make a push for the top spot in their respective sections.

The tournament has also sparked discussions about the upcoming World Championship match, with bids from Delhi, Chennai, and Singapore being considered by FIDE. The chess world eagerly awaits the announcement of the host city for the prestigious event.

With the competition heating up and the title still up for grabs, the Norway Chess tournament promises further excitement in the remaining rounds. Fans will be on the edge of their seats as the players battle it out for victory.