OSLO: As the curtains rose on Norway Chess 2026 in Oslo on Monday much of the spotlight was on the simmering rivalry between reigning world champion Gukesh Dommaraju and home favorite Magnus Carlsen — a contest that has added fresh drama to one of chess’ most prestigious events. Tournament organizers confirmed on Sunday that Gukesh and former world champion Carlsen will meet twice in the tournament, first in Round 4 on Thursday and again in Round 10 on June 5.

Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa battle for supremacy in Carlsen’s backyard

Oslo's Deichman Bjorvika hosts the Norway Chess tournament, featuring top players like Magnus Carlsen and D Gukesh, from May 25 to June 5.

OSLO: As the curtains rose on Norway Chess 2026 in Oslo on Monday much of the spotlight was on the simmering rivalry between reigning world champion Gukesh Dommaraju and home…

Norway Chess 2026: Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa win, while Firouzja stuns Carlsen; Deshmukh surprises women's champion Ju Wenjun.

Norway Chess 2026 Round 2: Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa falter as Carlsen and Assaubayeva shine in thrilling matches.

Praggnanandhaa shocks Carlsen; Gukesh’s slump deepens at Norway Chess

Praggnanandhaa upsets Carlsen at Norway Chess 2026, while Firouzja maintains his lead with a third consecutive win.