Praggnanandhaa vs Carlsen: World Cup Final
R. Praggnanandhaa decided to shake hands and accept a draw after Magnus Carlsen won the second quick game of the day. The first game being won by the Norwegian meant that World No. 1 Carlsen could finally add the World Cup to his extensive trophy collection.
In the first game of the day, Carlsen momentarily behind, but he eventually took control and applied some time pressure to Praggnanandhaa. In the second game, Carlsen displayed even greater dominance.
“Praggnanandhaa’s outstanding performance at the FIDE World Cup makes us proud! He displayed his extraordinary abilities and fought valiantly against the fearsome Magnus Carlsen in the championship match. This is no easy task. In a special tweet for Praggnanandhaa, the Indian Prime Minister wished him luck in his upcoming competitions.
We are proud of Praggnanandhaa for his remarkable performance at the FIDE World Cup! He showcased his exceptional skills and gave a tough fight to the formidable Magnus Carlsen in the finals. This is no small feat. Wishing him the very best for his upcoming tournaments. pic.twitter.com/KXYcFRGYTO
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 24, 2023
When R Praggnanandhaa overcame two of the top three players in the world to reach the final, he created a fairy tale. However, he faced a rival in the championship game who had already ended other fairy tale streaks.
However, Pragg prevailed in his argument against Magnus Carlsen, proving that nothing is impossible for him to achieve professionally. He leaves with the second-place trophy and a much sought-after slot in the Candidates competition.
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Praggnanandhaa received a staggering sum of USD 80,000 (about 66,13,444) for placing second in the FIDE World Cup 2023. Carlsen of Norway will receive USD 110K (or around 90,93,551) for winning the World Cup.
Source: ANI
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