Arjun’s Stunning Victory, Caruana’s Comeback, Nakamura’s Armageddon Triumph in Norway Chess 2025

Round 2 Results: Norway Chess 2025

The chess world is buzzing after an action-packed second round of the Norway Chess tournament, where upsets, comebacks, and thrilling Armageddon clashes took center stage.

Arjun Stuns Gukesh

Indian chess sensation Arjun Erigaisi has delivered a knockout blow to World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju, securing his sixth consecutive classical win against the reigning champion. Arjun’s strategic brilliance and superior endgame technique outmaneuvered Gukesh, leaving the world number one grappling with his second consecutive classical loss.

“It’s been a tough two days for Gukesh!” commented a chess24 reporter, as the young champion struggles to find his footing in the tournament.

Caruana Bounces Back

Fabiano Caruana, after a disappointing loss to Nakamura in round one, bounced back in style, delivering a tactical masterclass against Wei Yi. Caruana showcased his sharp endgame skills, converting a promising position into a decisive victory.

Nakamura’s Armageddon Triumph

In a thrilling Armageddon encounter, Hikaru Nakamura outplayed Magnus Carlsen, erasing the World Champion’s advantage and securing a crucial half-point. The game was a rollercoaster of tactical exchanges, with both players showcasing their exceptional chess skills.

“We both just badly mismanaged our time, we ended up in this big mess,” Nakamura admitted, highlighting the chaotic nature of the final encounter.

Carlsen, despite the loss, remained optimistic, stating, “It’s very early in the tournament, I’ve already got one classical win, so it’s not ideal, but it’s not the end of the world.”

Women’s Chess: Muzychuk Takes the Lead

Anna Muzychuk continues her dominant run in the Women’s Norway Chess tournament, securing her third victory with a decisive win against Koneru Humpy. Muzychuk now leads the standings with 3 points, followed closely by Lei Tingjie and Ju Wenjun.

Round 3 Preview

The tournament is heating up, and the upcoming round promises to be another exciting chapter. Arjun and Caruana will face off in a clash of titans, while Gukesh will be looking to redeem himself against Nakamura.

How to Watch

You can catch all the action live on the Chess24 YouTube and Twitch channels, and on Nakamura’s Kick channel.