Gukesh Dommaraju Defeats Magnus Carlsen in Major Upset at Norway Chess
In a dramatic match at the 2025 Norway Chess tournament, 19-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju stunned the chess world by defeating Magnus Carlsen in a classical game. The victory marks a major milestone for the young Indian grandmaster, who is also the reigning world champion.
Carlsen started the game strong, appearing in control for much of the match. But in a surprising twist, he made a costly error during time trouble late in the game. Gukesh quickly seized the opportunity, turning the tables and claiming his first-ever classical win over the former world champion.