Pragg defeats Gukesh as Norway Chess title race reaches final round; Assaubayeva clinches women’s crown

Norway Chess continues its decisive phase with the final round approaching. Grandmaster Pragg secured a victory over prodigy Gukesh in their matchup. The win narrows the gap in the title race heading into the last round. Meanwhile, Assaubayeva captured the women’s championship title. Her triumph adds to the tournament’s growing prestige in women’s chess. The outcomes affect the overall standings and qualification for upcoming events. Organizers highlighted the competitive intensity of the closing stages. Players and fans now await the final round to determine the overall champion.