Blunder in final round costs Gukesh Norway Chess title as Carlsen reigns supreme once again

Blunder in final round costs Gukesh Norway Chess title as Carlsen reigns supreme once again

D Gukesh missed out on a historic triumph at the Norway Chess, finishing third after losing to Fabiano Caruana in the 10th and final round, allowing Magnus Carlsen to retain his title with 16 points. Also missing out on the title was Koneru Humpy, who finished third in the women’s section after a draw in Round 10.

D Gukesh missed out on a historic Norway Chess triumph after losing to Fabiano Caruana in the 10th and final round on Friday, allowing Magnus Carlsen to retain his title. Image credit: Michal Walusza/Norway Chess