Norway Chess 2026: Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa secure victories in Round 1; Carlsen stunned by Firouzja

So in the Norway Chess 2026 opening round in Oslo on May 25, 2026 | Photo Credit: Norway Chess

World champion D. Gukesh appeared flustered yet showed remarkable defensive skills to deny Vincent Keymer before turning the tables on his opponent in the Armageddon after securing a draw in the Classical game to open his campaign in Norway Chess 2026 with a victory, here in Oslo on Monday (May 25, 2026).

Gukesh’s compatriot R. Praggnanandhaa, meanwhile, attacked with intent to prevail over American Wesley So to start on a winning note.