Carlsen, the overnight leader, defeated Germany’s Vincent Keymer in the seventh round. The world No 1 followed it up with a victory against Daniil Dubov in the eighth round before concluding with a draw against Nodirbek Abdusattorov in the ninth.

Magnus Carlsen secured the title in the Open section of the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid Tournament, while Praggnanandhaa was runner-up. Aleksandra Goryachkina won the women's section. The Rapid event ended successfully,

Magnus Carlsen says that even if 18-year-old Gukesh wins the World Championship title he won't return to long-form classical chess as it doesn’t interest him anymore.

Magnus Carlsen surged to the top of the Tata Steel India Open Rapid chess tournament after winning three consecutive games on Thursday, reaching five points. Former World Rapid champion Nodirbek Abdusattorov trails closely behind with 4.

Magnus Carlsen leads Tata Steel Chess India after winning three games in Round 5, while Aleksandra Goryachkina tops the women's section with five points.

Magnus Carlsen recorded a flawless performance to take the sole lead at the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid Tournament.