Indian chess sensation D Gukesh electrified fans by crushing Magnus Carlsen at the Grand Chess Tour 2025. At just 19, the world champion dominated the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz tournament in Zagreb. He secured the rapid title with 14 out of 18 points, notching six wins, two draws, and one loss. Victories over elite players like Carlsen, Fabiano Caruana, and Wesley So highlighted his brilliance and poise.
Gukesh’s Epic Victory Over Magnus Carlsen
In Round 6, Gukesh outplayed Magnus Carlsen, turning a tough position into a stunning win. “Beating Magnus is always special,” he shared with Grand Chess Tour organizers. A risky opening move nearly cost him, but Gukesh stayed calm and flipped the game. This triumph echoed his earlier 2025 Norway Chess win against Carlsen, showcasing his knack for thriving under pressure. His strategic grit continues to captivate the chess world.
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Dominating the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz
Day 2 saw Gukesh shine with three wins against Carlsen, Caruana, and Nodirbek Abdusattorov. “Three wins in a day feels quite good,” he remarked. Despite a loss to Jan-Krzysztof Duda and draws against Anish Giri and Ivan Saric, he clinched the rapid title by defeating Wesley So in the final round. “Just one move at a time. Stay in the game,” Gukesh said, emphasizing his focused approach. With the blitz event kicking off on July 5, 2025, fans eagerly await more of his mastery.
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