India’s Chess Stars Gear Up for High-Stakes Norway Chess 2026 Showdown
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- •Norway Chess 2026 returns to Oslo after 13 years in Stavanger, running from May 25 to June 6 with a double round-robin format.
- •D Gukesh faces immense pressure ahead of his World Championship defense in November, with recent poor classical performances raising concerns.
- •Divya Deshmukh, the youngest-ever participant in Norway Chess Women, aims to bounce back after a disappointing Women’s Candidates outing.
- •Koneru Humpy returns to the tournament after withdrawing from the Women’s Candidates, citing geopolitical concerns and family well-being.
- •R Praggnanandhaa seeks redemption in Oslo after a lackluster Candidates performance, with his sister Vaishali’s recent success adding to the narrative.
- •The open section features Magnus Carlsen and Vincent Keymer, while the women’s section offers equal prize money and high stakes for India’s rising stars.
New Delhi, May 24 — Norway Chess 2026 marks a historic return to Oslo after 13 years in Stavanger, setting the stage for one of the most anticipated chess events of the year. The tournament, running from May 25 to June 6, features a grueling 12-day double round-robin format with two rest days, offering fans a packed schedule of high-stakes clashes. This year’s edition is particularly significant as it will not feature World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen in the classical format, as he has already competed and won the TePe Sigeman Chess Tournament in Malmö earlier this month. However, his absence leaves the spotlight firmly on India’s rising stars, who are under immense pressure to deliver.
