Chess World Cup Final 2023: Praggnanandhaa and Magnus Carlsen draw in 2nd match
Baku: India’s 18-year-old chess sensation R Praggnanandhaa has once again drawn with world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen after over one hour of intense competition in the second game of the Chess World Cup Final in Azerbaijan’s capital Baku.
Magnus Carlsen takes a quiet draw with white against Praggnanandhaa and sends the final to tiebreaks. The winner of the #FIDEWorldCup will be decided tomorrow!
— International Chess Federation (@FIDE_chess) August 23, 2023
📷 Maria Emelianova pic.twitter.com/aJw1vvoFnK
Previously, an esteemed figure in Indian chess had anticipated that Carlsen, who was utilizing the white pieces, could opt for a draw. Analysts pointed out that Carlsen's strategy was influenced by his struggle with food poisoning. This led him to extend the game to the third day to attain optimal physical condition and focus.
Wow, did not expect this opening! Is Magnus repeating his game 12 strategy of 2016 and aiming for a tiebreak?@FIDE_chess #FIDEWorldCup2023
— Viswanathan Anand (@vishy64theking) August 23, 2023
Both accomplished Grandmasters are vying for their inaugural World Cup championship.
After the draw, Praggnanandhaa gave his reaction to today's drawn match and the approach he will take for the next match with Carlsen in the ongoing finals.
Watch the interview 👇https://t.co/kjW01NEbm6
— International Chess Federation (@FIDE_chess) August 23, 2023
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