Gukesh to face Magnus Carlsen at Norway Chess tournament in 2025
Gukesh Dommaraju will compete against Magnus Carlsen at the Norway Chess tournament from May 26 to June 6, 2025. This matchup marks Gukesh's first appearance as the youngest World Chess Champion after winning the title recently. Gukesh, 18, has had a successful year, including victories at the Tata Steel Masters and the Chess Olympiad. He finished third at Norway Chess in 2023 and returns with a new title and confidence. Carlsen, the world’s highest-rated player, will have the home advantage in Stavanger. The tournament is known for its elite competition and will feature a double round-robin format.