'Not a positive memory': Carlsen haunted by Gukesh loss; but says 'Indians need time'
The Times of IndiaSaturday, June 7, 2025 at 3:07:20 AM
Magnus Carlsen just bagged his seventh Norway Chess title, but it wasn't all smooth sailing—he admitted that his earlier loss to India's rising star D Gukesh still stings. Carlsen edged out the win thanks to Gukesh's last-round stumble against Fabiano Caruana, finishing with 16 points. While celebrating his own victory, Carlsen gave props to young Indian players like Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi, calling them formidable talents—though he joked that they might need more time (maybe so he can stay on top a little longer).
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another Carlsen win—it’s a snapshot of chess’s shifting landscape. The old guard (well, relatively old—Carlsen’s only 33) is starting to feel the heat from younger players, especially India’s new wave of prodigies. Carlsen’s mixed feelings—pride in his victory but lingering frustration over the Gukesh loss—show how competitive elite chess has become. For fans, it’s a tantalizing preview of future rivalries.
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