New Delhi: Magnus Carlsen showcased why he is the best player in the world across all the formats after he beat world champion D Gukesh of India in the first round of Norway Chess to take full three points on Monday. Carlsen was impressive in the match as he unnerved the Indian chess player in his first classical game against the Norwegian since winning the world title last year in Singapore.

Carlsen employed the Jobava London, a rarely -used opening move to stun Gukesh, who was otherwise looking impressive in the match. Gukesh, playing with black pieces, did not fall into the trap and instead neutralised the white’s........

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