Magnus Carlsen Beats Gukesh In Norway Chess

Magnus Carlson defeated world champion D. Gukesh of India in 1st round of Norway Chess by taking the full 3 points on Monday. Gukesh, playing with black pieces, neutralized the white’s advantage by the 11th move and had Carlsen in a bit of trouble. But Carlsen, a 5-time champion, won a contest over Gukesh.