Gukesh Defeats Carlsen at Norway Chess 2025
Indian GM Gukesh defeats Magnus Carlsen in a dramatic Round 6 at Norway Chess 2025. A huge milestone in modern chess history.
🧠How the Game Unfolded
Opening & Middlegame:
Carlsen, playing White, entered a quiet Italian setup. As the game progressed, he gradually built a +1.5 engine advantage, maintaining positional control.
However, the momentum shifted on move 59, when Carlsen, under severe time pressure, blundered a knight. As a result, Gukesh’s rook and passed pawn sprang into action, dramatically altering the game.
After 62 moves, and over four hours of play, Carlsen resigned, marking one of the most significant wins in Gukesh’s career.
⚡ The Immediate Aftermath
Visibly frustrated, Carlsen slammed his fist on the table. Nevertheless, he offered a quick handshake and apology as cameras captured the moment.
Meanwhile, Gukesh remained composed. He later said, “I’ve also banged a lot of tables in blitz sessions — it happens.”
🏆 Why This Win Matters
| Milestone | Significance |
|---|---|
| First classical win vs Carlsen | Gukesh becomes the second Indian (after Praggnanandhaa) to beat Carlsen in classical format at Norway Chess. |
| Title race impact | As a result, Fabiano Caruana now shares the top spot with Carlsen, while Gukesh trails by just one point. |
| Generational shift | Born in 2006, Gukesh is part of a new wave of teenage super-GMs challenging the old guard. |
🎙️ Voices from Stavanger
Gukesh: “The position was lost for a long time. I stayed practical and tried to pose problems.”
Carlsen: “I miscalculated. That’s on me,” the 34-year-old said after cooling down. He added that he still feels “in good shape” for the remaining rounds.
âŹď¸Ź What’s Next
In Round 7 on June 3, Gukesh will face Wesley So with the Black pieces. Carlsen, on the other hand, takes on Alireza Firouzja in a must-win encounter to stay in the title race.
âś… Quick Takeaway
Gukesh’s dramatic comeback is being hailed as the “Turnaround of the Year” by chess commentators. Clearly, this win injects fresh energy into the Norway Chess 2025 title chase.