Gukesh and Wesley So score key classical victories

May 31, 2026 – Round five of Norway Chess 2026 produced another dramatic day of fighting chess in Oslo, with two decisive classical games and a crucial Armageddon victory that further tightened the race for first place. One of the key results came when World Champion GukeshDommaraju defeated PraggnanandhaaRameshbabu in a tense all-Indian encounter. Praggnanandhaa held the initiative for much of the game before Gukesh seized his opportunity in the later stages.

Under increasing pressure and time trouble, Praggnanandhaa was unable to hold the position, allowing the World Champion to convert his advantage and secure the victory. Wesley So claimed an important victory over World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen. The game developed into a long strategic struggle before So gradually gained the upper hand in the endgame. Despite Carlsen’s efforts to defend tenaciously, the American grandmaster maintained control and converted confidently to score a valuable classical win. The remaining classical game between tournament leader Alireza Firouzja and Vincent Keymer ended in a draw. Firouzja later prevailed in the Armageddon game to collect the extra points and strengthen his position at the top of the standings.

Divya takes the lead at Norway Chess Women Norway Chess Women delivered another tense round in Oslo, featuring one decisive classical result and two games that moved on to Armageddon.

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