Gukesh takes 3rd place; Carlsen wins in Zagreb
In a thrilling chess tournament, D. Gukesh secured 3rd place after overcoming challenges. Magnus Carlsen emerged victorious with a strategic approach. Carlsen's win was met with nonchalance despite his impressive performance.
A gruelling 27 games over five days ended with 19-year-old Classical World Champion D. Gukesh securing a third-place finish at the Grand Chess Tour SuperUnited Rapid and Blitz Croatia in Zagreb. Gukesh dominated the Rapid event but faced setbacks in the Blitz segment before making a comeback against Jan-Krzysztof Duda. He then opted for a draw against Magnus Carlsen to secure his podium finish.
In the final round, Gukesh, Duda, and Wesley So were tied at 19 points, with So eventually placing ahead of Gukesh. Carlsen emerged as the champion of the tournament, winning his 10th Grand Chess Tour title.
According to the source: The Indian Express.
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