Praggnanandhaa beats Caruana to face Carlsen in the World Cup finals
Author: Maria Fragaki
In a riveting twist of fate, the global chess arena is set to witness a monumental clash between Indian prodigy GM Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu and the reigning World No.1 GM Magnus Carlsen in the impending finale of the 2023 FIDE World Cup.
Rising Star GM Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu Secures Spot in 2023 FIDE World Cup Final Against Reigning Champion GM Magnus Carlsen
A symphony of strategy, intellect, and skill unfolded as the 18-year-old Indian GM Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu surged forward at the 2023 FIDE World Cup finals, ultimately triumphing over the formidable GM Fabiano Caruana with a commendable score of 3.5-2.5 in a high-stakes semifinal that hinged on the outcome of a gripping single tiebreak victory.
The narrative of Praggnanandhaa’s journey is nothing short of awe-inspiring. A chess maestro in the making, he stands at the cusp of history, ready to take on the formidable Magnus Carlsen in a climactic battle that promises to etch their names into the annals of the sport. The echoes of anticipation reverberate across the chess community, as enthusiasts and experts alike eagerly await this monumental confrontation.
“I didn’t really expect to play Magnus in this tournament at all, because the only way I could play him was in the finals, and I didn’t expect to be in the final,” Pragg said after beating World’s No.2, to add later : “I am exhausted. I couldn’t prepare as much as I could earlier in the event. Also while playing I feel a bit down on energy. But, I am happy to move into the finals!”
With the grand showdown on the horizon, Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu and Magnus Carlsen are poised to deliver a performance that will resonate through the corridors of chess history.
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