Gukesh and Carlsen Clash at SuperUnited Croatia Event

Gukesh and Carlsen are neck-and-neck at the SuperUnited Croatia event, igniting fierce competition among chess elites.

The 2025 SuperUnited Croatia Rapid & Blitz event is electrifying the chess world at the Westin Hotel in Zagreb, where titans collide in a battle of wits and strategy. After the first day of rapid chess, the stakes couldn`t be higher as reigning World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju and world number-one Magnus Carlsen find themselves locked in a fierce tie, each boasting 4/6 points. They share the spotlight with GMs Wesley So and Jan-Krzysztof Duda, both formidable competitors in this high-stakes arena.

Gukesh`s journey has been a rollercoaster; after a surprising loss to Duda in his opening game, he rebounded spectacularly, dispatching Alireza Firouzja and Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu with precision and flair. Meanwhile, Carlsen, known for his tactical genius, navigated the day with two draws before clinching a vital victory against Wesley So, showcasing his relentless pursuit of excellence.

The event features a rapid round-robin format with a time control of 25 minutes plus a 10-second increment per move, setting the stage for an intense showdown. With two days remaining and six rounds of rapid chess to go before the blitz rounds commence, the competition promises to deliver heart-stopping moments. The live broadcast is expertly hosted by a panel of chess luminaries, including IM Nazi Paikidze and GM Yasser Seirawan. For more insights, check out the Chess Championship and Chess Results.

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