May 27: The Norway Chess tournament saw intense action as Alireza Firouzja strengthened his position at the top of the standings with a crucial win over India’s R Praggnanandhaa in a closely fought encounter.
Firouzja displayed sharp tactical awareness and maintained steady pressure through the middlegame to outplay Praggnanandhaa, extending his lead in the tournament rankings.
In the women’s section, India’s Divya Deshmukh secured a narrow victory over veteran compatriot Koneru Humpy in a tightly contested game, showcasing strong endgame precision to clinch the point.
The results added further excitement to the competition, with standings tightening as the tournament progresses and top players continue to battle for supremacy.