Norway Chess: So extends lead, as Pragg scores classical win over Firouzja (opens in new tab)

Wesley So is still the sole leader at Norway Chess, despite losing the Armageddon decider to Gukesh Dommaraju after saving a draw in the classical game. He now leads by 2½ points, as Alireza Firouzja, his closest pursuer, suffered a second consecutive classical loss, this time against Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu. Magnus Carlsen, meanwhile, gained ground by drawing with Vincent Keymer in classical play and holding the Armageddon game with the black pieces. | Photo: Norway Chess / Michal Walusza