Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa continued his remarkable run at Norway Chess 2026 by securing a stunning victory over hometown favourite and World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in a classical chess encounter on Tuesday.
The win marked Praggnanandhaa’s second classical triumph over the Norwegian superstar during the tournament, strengthening his chances of becoming the first Indian player to win the prestigious Norway Chess title.
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With the latest victory, the young Indian chess sensation etched his name into the record books by becoming the first Indian player to defeat Carlsen twice in classical games within the same tournament. The achievement further underlines Praggnanandhaa’s growing stature on the global chess stage.
The result also made him the first player this year to register two classical-game victories against the reigning World No. 1, highlighting his consistency and ability to challenge the very best in the sport.
Praggnanandhaa’s impressive performances at Norway Chess 2026 have drawn widespread attention from the international chess community, with the Indian Grandmaster emerging as one of the strongest contenders for the tournament crown. His victories over Carlsen are being viewed as a significant milestone in Indian chess and a testament to the country’s rising dominance in the game.
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