R Praggnanandhaa continued his impressive winning streak as he caused a major upset by defeating world champion Ding Liren in the Armageddon game at the prestigious Norway Chess Tournament, showcasing his exceptional talent and prowess on the chessboard.
Praggnanandhaa‘s victory in the competition came after he defeated several higher-ranked players, including world champions Magnus Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana, showcasing his exceptional skill and determination on the chessboard.
In a dramatic turn of events, Ding Liren succumbed to defeat in the intense Armageddon game, paving the way for the young Indian prodigy to clinch yet another high-profile triumph. This outcome unfolded even as Ding drew with Praggnanandhaa in the traditional game, showcasing the unpredictable nature and exhilarating moments of elite chess competitions.
Praggnanandhaa recently made headlines for defeating Magnus Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana in quick succession. However, the untimely demise of world champion Ding Liren showed that Praggnanandhaa was still a force to be reckoned with.
In another intense match, Hikaru Nakamura closed in on tournament leader Magnus Carlsen after a thrilling battle. Nakamura clinched victory in the Armageddon round on time, narrowing the gap to just half a point behind Carlsen.
The clash between Fabiano Caruana and Alireza Firouzja was an emotional roller coaster. Caruana’s bold knight sacrifice nearly backfired, leading to a drawn classical game. However, Firouzja dominated the Armageddon round, sealing Caruana’s defeat without a chance for recovery.
In recent times, Praggnanandhaa has garnered widespread acclaim for his exceptional skills in chess. Gautam Adani, the chairman of the Adani Group, commended the Indian teenage chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa after his remarkable win against the world’s top-ranked player Magnus Carlsen in classical chess. Similarly, Anand Mahindra, the chairman of the Mahindra Group, also expressed admiration for Praggnanandhaa’s achievements.
After winning the FIDE World Cup, Prag received praise from former World Champion and chess icon Gary Kasparov, who commended Prag’s tenacity in challenging situations.