Magnus Carlsen wins Norway Chess for the seventh time, Gukesh third
Magnus Carlsen (NOR) drew with Arjun Erigaisi in the Classical battle. It was enough for him to win Norway Chess for the seventh time in his career. In Armageddon, the World no.1 got checkmated by Arjun Erigaisi. Fabiano Caruana (USA) defeated the World Champion, D Gukesh to finish second. It was not as smooth as Caruana would have liked. In the final moments, he misplayed which allowed Gukesh to get back in the game and fight for a draw. However, he also missed his opportunity and lost. Gukesh finished third. Carlsen won NOK 700000, Caruana 350000 and Gukesh 200000. Whether it was the last Classical event for Carlsen and Nakamura, is only a speculation at this point. Only time will tell the answer to that. With FIDE World Cup 2025 being just a few months away, it won't be a surprise to see at least one of them back there, if not both. Photo: Norway Chess / Michal Walusza
Arjun checkmates the World no.1 in Armageddon
"I am relieved, of course. I got to say, I quite enjoyed the day today. Obviously I understood that there was a very real chance that I was going to lose the game but I was kind of at peace with that. I was just trying to fight. The game itself wasn't the best game but I think it was a great fight." - Magnus Carlsen shares his thoughts after winning the tournament.
Arjun - Carlsen: 1.5-1
Arjun Erigaisi (2782) found himself in a situation where he could push for a win against Magnus Carlsen (NOR, 2837). The World no.1 gave up an exchange in the middlegame.
16.Bxe7 Qxe7 17.Qxc6 Nef6 18.Qxa8 Qe3+ 19.Kh1 Qxd3 20.Nf4 Qxd4 21.Rad1 Qe5 22.Rc1 Nf8 23.Rxc8 Qxf4 24.Qa6 Qxf1+ 25.Qxf1 Rxc8 the queen and knight vs rook and double knight endgame created chances for both players. Arjun had relatively lesser chances than his opponent. The game eventually ended in a draw.
Armageddon
In Armageddon, Carlsen's misadventure with his king ended up getting checkmated 31...Kxe5?? 32.Qxh7+- Bg4 33.Qg7+ Kf5 34.Nd4#
Caruana - Gukesh: 3-0
It was evident from the play that both Fabiano Caruana (USA, 2777) went all-in and wanted to win the Classical game to maximize their winning chances. In a winning position, Caruana faltered in the final moments.
47.f4? allowed Black to get back in the game 47...d2 48.Bxc7! Qxc7 49.Qxd5 Qxf4+ it was not easy but Black would have had some good chances to salvage a draw. Instead, the World Champion blundered 48...d1Q?? 49.Bxd8+ Kxd8 50.Nc3 and it's over.
Wei - Nakamura: 1.5-1
The Classical battle between Wei Yi (CHN, 2758) and Hikaru Nakamura (USA, 2804) ended in a draw again at this event.
A tactical mistake by Hikaru Nakamura decided the fate of the game as Wei Yi defeated him and won their rematch too.
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Round 10 results
Arjun Erigaisi - Magnus Carlsen: 1.5-1
Fabiano Caruana - D Gukesh: 3-0
Wei Yi - Hikaru Nakamura: 1.5-1
Final standings
1st Magnus Carlsen 16/30
2nd Fabiano Caruana 15.5/30
3rd D Gukesh 14.5/30
4th Hikaru Nakamura 14/30
5th Arjun Erigaisi 13/30
6th Wei Yi 9.5/30
Format
6 players will take part in the Tournament.
The Tournament is a double-round event with Armageddon.
The Tournament consists of 10 rounds.
Berger tables will be used for the pairings.
Time Control
Each player will have 120 minutes on the clock with an increment of 10 seconds starting from move 41. The time control for the Armageddon game: white has 10 minutes and black has 7 minutes with an increment for both players of 1 second per move, starting from move 41.
Draw by Mutual Agreement
Players are not allowed to agree to a draw until at least 30 moves have been made by each player. This rule does not apply to Armageddon games.
Armageddon
If the classical game is drawn, an Armageddon game will be played. It shall start within 20 minutes of the conclusion of the classical game. The player with White pieces will continue with White in Armageddon. If the Armageddon game is drawn, black will win.
Points
Players will get the following points per round:
Win in the classical game: 3 points
Loss in the classical game: 0 points
Draw in the classical game & win Armageddon: 1½ points
Draw in the classical game & loss Armageddon: 1 point
Schedule
From 26th May to 6th June, every day game starts at 5 p.m. local time and 8:30 p.m. IST. Rest days are on Friday 30th May and Wednesday 4th June.
Prize money
Prize Money The total prize fund of the Tournament is 1690000 NOK. Distribution of Prize money occurs as followed:
1st - NOK 700000
2nd - NOK 350000
3rd - NOK 200000
4th - NOK 170000
5th - NOK 150000
6th - NOK 120000
Watch the tournaments live at the venue:
Venue: Finansparken. For ticket info, visit here.
Ticket prices per day:
Adults: 200 NOK
Children and youth (under 18): 100 NOK
Family: 400 NOK
Links
Norway Chess: Official site, facebook, twitter, instagram, youtube, linkedin
