R. Praggnanandhaa wins the Norway Chess title, becoming the first Indian to claim the tournament. Multiple reports say he secures the championship after a final-round classical win over Vincent Keymer, overcoming a deficit to take the lead. One account also notes that the result is aided by a draw between other leading players—Wesley So and Alireza Firouzja—while another describes a draw involving the rivals as contributing to his final position. A report from The Hindu highlights that Praggnanandhaa defeats Magnus Carlsen twice during the event, framing the run as a major upset in Carlsen’s “backyard.” The Times of India reports that Praggnanandhaa’s Norway Chess prize money amounts to 700,000 Norwegian Kroner, roughly Rs 70.5 lakh. Magnus Carlsen publicly praises Praggnanandhaa’s performance, describing it as exceptionally “insane” and emphasizing his ability to perform under pressure. Collectively, the coverage presents the win as both historic for India and marked by decisive results in classical games.