R Praggnanandhaa continues his streak of upsets with victory over World Champion Ding Liren at Norway Chess

R Praggnanandhaa, the young chess prodigy, continued his impressive streak of upsets by defeating World Champion Ding Liren in the armageddon game at the Norway Chess tournament on Monday. This victory adds to his already impressive wins against top-ranked players like Magnus Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana, solidifying his reputation as a rising star in the chess world.

Despite Ding Liren managing to draw against Praggnanandhaa in the classical game, the Indian prodigy outplayed him in the crucial armageddon game, showcasing his tactical prowess and determination.

In another thrilling match, Hikaru Nakamura closed in on tournament leader Magnus Carlsen by winning an intense armageddon game on time, narrowing the gap between them to just half a point.

Meanwhile, in the women’s section, Anna Muzychuk made history by becoming the first player to win a mini-match against Women’s World Champion Ju Wenjun, securing her position as the sole leader of Women’s Norway Chess.

On the other hand, R Vaishali faced a setback in her title aspirations after suffering a defeat in classical chess to Koneru Humpy. The tournament also saw Lei Tingjie triumph over Pia Cramling in an exciting armageddon game, adding to the overall excitement of the event.

Overall, the Norway Chess tournament continues to deliver thrilling matches and unexpected outcomes, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Praggnanandhaa’s remarkable performance against top players further cements his status as a formidable force in the world of chess.