New Delhi: India’s chess sensation and reigning world champion D Gukesh delivered a stunning performance at the Norway Chess 2025 tournament, defeating Norwegian legend and five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen in a classical game for the first time in his career. The 19-year-old’s historic win in the sixth round set social media ablaze — not just for the result, but also for Carlsen’s visibly emotional reaction.
After the dramatic loss on his home turf in Stavanger, Carlsen was seen slamming the board and storming out of the playing hall, a moment that quickly went viral online. While many criticized the Norwegian grandmaster for his outburst, Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra offered a more nuanced perspective.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Mahindra wrote:
“Carlsen’s visible frustration at the end wasn’t just a tantrum — it was the greatest compliment the World Champion could receive from the GOAT.”
“No fist pump. No smirk. Gukesh didn’t need one. His silence roared louder than Carlsen’s exit.”
Gukesh Capitalizes on Rare Carlsen Error
In the tense endgame, Carlsen appeared poised for victory, applying consistent pressure and looking to stretch his lead in the tournament. However, a rare blunder during a time scramble flipped the game in Gukesh’s favor. The young champion seized the opportunity with sharp, calculated moves.
“There wasn’t much I could do — I just had to make the most of it,” Gukesh said after the match.
“I was making moves that were tricky for him, and luckily, he got into a time scramble. One thing I’ve learned from this tournament is that time scrambles can get out of control.”
Gukesh Shows Grace in Victory
Despite the fiery moment from Carlsen, Gukesh showed empathy toward his opponent’s frustration.
“I have also banged a lot of tables in my career,” he said with a smile, acknowledging the emotional intensity of high-stakes chess.
The win marked another proud moment for Indian chess, as Gukesh continues to establish himself as a dominant force on the global stage — not just with his talent, but with his calm demeanor and maturity beyond his years.
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