Carlsen Loses, Out of Norway Chess Race

Magnus Carlsen made a critical mistake under time pressure during his Norway Chess match against Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa on Tuesday, resulting in a loss that effectively ends his chances of winning the tournament. The Norwegian grandmaster was chasing leader Wesley So, who started the day 3.5 points ahead.

Carlsen, who had previously lost to Praggnanandhaa in the tournament last week, admitted feeling "ræva" (down) and mentally tired after yesterday's match. Meanwhile, So maintained his lead by drawing his match but beating Vincent Keymer in armageddon. Carlsen will face So in the next round on Thursday, where a draw would still give him some mathematical chances in the tournament. game-sweetbonanza.com