Exciting Developments at Norway Chess 2025!

The stakes couldn’t be higher as GM Fabiano Caruana takes the lead in Norway Chess 2025, edging out World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju, who is hot on his heels! Caruana clinched a stunning victory against GM Wei Yi on Wei's 26th birthday, navigating a tricky pawn-up endgame that showcased his impeccable skill.

Meanwhile, Gukesh celebrated a milestone by achieving his first classical win against GM Arjun Erigaisi, overcoming a dire position to secure the victory. As if that weren’t enough drama, GM Magnus Carlsen slipped to third place despite his win over GM Hikaru Nakamura in a nail-biting armageddon match.

Women’s Tournament Heats Up!

In the women’s section, GM Ju Wenjun made headlines by claiming her first classical win against IM Sara Khadem, soaring into the lead with just three rounds remaining. A thrilling matchup saw GM Anna Muzychuk take down GM Koneru Humpy in armageddon, while GM Lei Tingjie also celebrated her inaugural classical victory as GM Vaishali Rameshbabu faltered under pressure.

Record-Breaking Round 7!

Round 7 was nothing short of explosive! With four classical wins, Gukesh, Caruana, Ju, and Lei finished their matches early, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. Caruana is now a full point ahead, but with points awarded generously and three remaining rounds, Carlsen remains in the race.

Upcoming Matches You Can’t Miss!

Round 8 is set to kick off on Tuesday, June 3, at 11 a.m. ET, and promises to be just as captivating. The top players will face tough opponents, each eager to claw back after previous defeats.

How to Catch the Action!

Don’t miss a moment of the excitement—tune into the Norway Chess 2025 matches on Chess24’s YouTube and Twitch channels, or catch the action on Nakamura's Kick channel. This prestigious tournament runs from May 26 to June 6, featuring an impressive prize pool of 1,690,000 NOK (approximately $167,000). It's a chess showdown you won’t want to miss!

Stay tuned as this year’s Norway Chess intensifies! With players battling it out in both the open and women's divisions, who will emerge victorious?