Another day, another win
Last time, when Praggnanandhaa faced Magnus in the 4th round, it was a complex battle where Praggnanandhaa came out on top. This time, the position was not that complex, but under time pressure, it was tough to find accurate defensive moves, and Magnus failed to do so, blundering into a forced mate.
This was the second time this year and the third time at Norway Chess, when Pragg won against Magnus
Position after 48.Kf4
Can you find the winning combination from the black side? After Magnus blundered and played 48.Kf4. Ke2 could have saved the game.
The bad run continues for the World No.1
Interview with Praggnanandhaa after he defeated Magnus Carlsen in Round 8 of Norway Chess 2026
What a Champ!!
Check out the final moments of this exhilarating battle, special interviews with Pragg and his second, Vaibhav, and more!
Alireza Firouzja won against World Champion D Gukesh in the rook endgame
Check out the standings after 8 rounds
