World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen has come under scrutiny after his frustrated reaction to a shocking classical chess defeat against India’s D Gukesh in Round 6 of Norway Chess 2025. The loss marked Carlsen’s first-ever classical defeat to the reigning World Champion Gukesh, who staged a remarkable comeback to secure victory in 62 moves.
Carlsen’s Reaction Sparks Debate
- Table Slam in Frustration: Carlsen was seen slamming the chess table after the loss, sending pieces flying before leaving the venue without addressing the media.
- Social Media Divided: While some fans defended Carlsen’s competitive spirit, others criticized his lack of sportsmanship, calling his reaction “unsportsmanlike”.
- Gukesh’s Composed Response: The 19-year-old Indian prodigy remained calm, celebrating quietly with his coach Grzegorz Gajewski, who called the win a “huge confidence boost”.
Gukesh’s Stunning Victory Over Carlsen
- Comeback Win: Gukesh was in a losing position for most of the game but capitalized on a rare blunder by Carlsen during a time scramble.
- Historic Achievement: The victory lifted Gukesh to third place in the tournament standings, trailing Carlsen and Fabiano Caruana by just one point.
- Indian Chess on the Rise: Gukesh’s triumph follows R Praggnanandhaa’s classical win over Carlsen last year, further solidifying India’s dominance in global chess.
Future Outlook and Tournament Impact
With Norway Chess 2025 entering its final rounds, Gukesh’s victory has tightened the race for the top spot, making the tournament even more competitive. Meanwhile, Carlsen’s reaction has sparked discussions on sportsmanship and handling losses at the highest level.
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