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Gukesh Beats Magnus Carlsen in Classical Chess at Norway Chess

3 June 20251 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSGukesh BeatsMagnus Carlsen inClassical Chess atNorway Chess3 June 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

D. Gukesh, the reigning world champion, finally beat Magnus Carlsen in a classical-format game. It happened in round six of the Norway Chess tournament and was seen as payback for earlier meetings.

Key facts

  • D. Gukesh holds the world champion title.
  • Opponent: Magnus Carlsen, the Norwegian star ranked World No. 1.
  • Format: classical chess, where this was Gukesh’s first victory over Carlsen.
  • Event: Norway Chess, round six.
  • Gukesh pounced after Carlsen made a blunder; Carlsen banged his fist on the board afterwards.

Exam angle

  • Who beat Carlsen for the first time in classical chess: Gukesh.
  • Tournament in which it happened: Norway Chess, sixth round.
  • Carlsen’s nationality: Norwegian; ranking mentioned: World No. 1.

Test yourself

1. In which tournament did D. Gukesh record his first classical win over Magnus Carlsen?

The win came in the sixth round of Norway Chess.

2. Magnus Carlsen, whom Gukesh beat in a classical game, is from which country?

The notes describe Carlsen as the Norwegian superstar and World No. 1.

3. In which round of Norway Chess did Gukesh beat World No. 1 Carlsen in a classical game?

Gukesh won after Carlsen's blunder in the sixth round.

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