Norway Chess: Firouzja obtains first-ever classical win over Carlsen (opens in new tab)

Alireza Firouzja opened Norway Chess in Oslo with his first-ever classical win over Magnus Carlsen, defeating the defending champion despite playing with an injured ankle. The remaining two matches went to Armageddon after draws i the classical games, with Gukesh Dommaraju beating Vincent Keymer following a 144-move struggle, and Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu defeating Wesley So to complete a strong first round for the players with the white pieces. | Photo: Norway Chess / Michal Walusza