In a thrilling finish to Norway Chess 2025, Magnus Carlsen won his seventh title in Stavanger. Gukesh, on the other hand, could be seen visibly upset with himself after his loss against Caruana. Carlsen won because Fabiano Caruana beat India’s D Gukesh in the final round, helping Carlsen edge ahead with 16 points, just half a point more than Caruana and 1.5 ahead of Gukesh.
What Happened In The Tournament?
The tournament saw high drama and emotion, especially in Round 6 when 19-year-old World Champion D Gukesh claimed his first classical win over Magnus Carlsen after a rare slip by the Norwegian. Carlsen’s visible frustration, slamming the table, captured the intensity of the moment and quickly went viral.
In his game, Gukesh offered a handshake with just two seconds left on the clock and then covered his face with his hands in frustration. His loss against Caruana was heartbreaking for his fans all across and deeply affected him.
Despite a tough moment earlier, Carlsen held a draw against India’s Arjun Erigaisi in the final game, sealing his title win. He called the victory a “relief” and praised young talents like Gukesh, saying they have great potential but need more time to shine consistently.
Final Standings Of The Tournament
Defending champion Magnus Carlsen wrapped up the tournament with 16 points after managing a draw from a tough position against fellow Indian player Arjun Erigaisi who himself ended the tournament in fifth place with 12.5 points. . Fabiano Caruana came second with 15.5 points, while D Gukesh came in third with 14.5 points.
In the women’s competition, Anna Muzychuk claimed the championship with 16.5 points. Meanwhile, Koneru Humpy from India stayed close behind, finishing with a commendable 15 points.
With talents like Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi shining internationally, India’s chess future looks stronger than ever.
