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Dommaraju Gukesh Closes In On Norway Chess Title After Fourth Classical Win

Teen sensation Dommaraju Gukesh continues to carve his name into chess history by securing his fourth classical victory at the 2025 Norway Chess tournament. His thrilling Round 9 win has brought him tantalisingly close to the tournament leader Magnus Carlsen.

Gukesh Defeats Wei Yi In Key Round 9 Match

In an intense encounter, the youngest-ever Chess World Champion defeated China’s strong contender Wei Yi.

Gukesh’s tactical brilliance and composure under pressure stood out as he masterfully navigated a sharp middle game and outplayed Wei Yi in a complex endgame.

This victory raised his score to 14.5 points, trimming Carlsen’s lead to just half a point.

Carlsen Holds Firm Against Fabiano Caruana

Despite Gukesh’s surge, Magnus Carlsen reminded the chess world of his enduring skill.

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The five-time World Champion edged past American grandmaster Fabiano Caruana in a gripping rook endgame during Round 9.

Carlsen’s win keeps him atop the leaderboard with 15 points going into the tournament’s decisive final round.

Anticipation Builds For The Final Round

With only one round remaining, excitement is at fever pitch. Should Gukesh win the final round while Carlsen fails to secure victory, the young Indian prodigy could claim his first Norway Chess title.

Such a triumph would follow perfectly on the heels of Gukesh’s recent World Championship success.

A Symbolic Passing Of The Torch

This year’s Norway Chess tournament further evolved beyond a mere competition; it represents a symbolic passing of the torch between two generations of chess legends.

Whether Gukesh completes his fairytale victory or Carlsen holds on to his crown, the final round promises a grand conclusion befitting the stature of both players.

Fans and experts alike await Round 10 with bated breath, anticipating a finale that could define the future of competitive chess.

Richa Kaushik

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