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Norway Chess: Anand loses to Mamedyarov; Carlsen surges ahead

Viswanathan Anand's campaign at the Norway Chess tournament suffered a setback after losing to Azerbaijan's Shakhriyar Mamedyarov in the ninth round even as Norwegian star Magnus Carlsen shot into sole lead with a win over Frenchman Maxime Vachier-Lagrave. Anand showed impressive form with a victory over Carlsen to lead the standings after the fifth round but was outgunned by Mamedyarov in 22 moves in the Classical match in a Petroff Millenium Attack game late on Thursday. As the tournament resumed after Wednesday's rest day, the 37-year old Azerbaijan player capitalised on an error from the Indian veteran to pick up three full points.

Norway Chess: Viswanathan Anand Beats Teimour Radjabov, Magnus Carlsen Loses To Aryan Tari

Indian maestro Viswanathan Anand defeated Azerbaijan's Teimour Radjabov in the Armageddon in the seventh round of the Norway Chess tournament to remain in the second spot behind world number one Magnus Carlsen. The 52-year old Indian grandmaster has 13 points after the seventh round, half a point behind Carlsen, who was shocked by Norwegian compatriot Aryan Tari in the sudden death tie-break. Anand and Radjabov drew their Classical match in 42 moves in a Guicco Pianissimo game.

Norway chess: Viswanathan Anand beats Teimour Radjabov, Magnus Carlsen loses to Aryan Tari

Viswanathan Anand defeated Azerbaijan's Teimour Radjabov in the Armageddon in the seventh round of the Norway Chess tournament to remain in the second spot behind world number one Magnus Carlsen. The 52-year old Indian grandmaster has 13 points after the seventh round, half a point behind Carlsen, who was shocked by Norwegian compatriot Aryan Tari in the sudden death tie-break.

Norway Chess: Viswanathan Anand Claims Another Win Over World Champion Magnus Carlsen, Leads Standings

Indian ace Viswanathan Anand returned to winning ways, upstaging world No.1 Magnus Carlsen in the fifth round of the Classical section early on Monday in the Norway Chess tournament to climb to the top spot. After defeating the Norwegian superstar in the Blitz event that preceded the Classical section, Anand claimed the victory in a thrilling Armageddon (sudden death game) after the regular match ended in a 40-move draw. In the Armageddon, the 52-year old Anand recreated magic of old when he stunned Carlsen to post a win in 50 moves.

Norway chess: Viswanathan Anand, Anish Giri share honours in round six; Magnus Carlsen moves into lead

Viswanathan Anand drew his sixth-round contest against Anish Giri of the Netherlands in the Classical section of the Norway Chess tournament. The classical match ended in a draw after which the Armageddon ended in stalemate early on Tuesday to leave Anand on 11.5 points and in second place. World champion Magnus Carlsen roared to the top spot with a victory over Azerbaijan's Shakhriyar Mamedyarov to take his tally to 12.5 points after six rounds. The classical match between Anand, playing black, and Giri saw the two players shaking hands for a draw after 35 moves in an English Variation game.

Norway Chess: Viswanathan Anand Claims Another Win Over World Champion Magnus Carlsen, Leads Standings

Indian ace Viswanathan Anand returned to winning ways, upstaging world No.1 Magnus Carlsen in the fifth round of the Classical section early on Monday in the Norway Chess tournament to climb to the top spot. After defeating the Norwegian superstar in the Blitz event that preceded the Classical section, Anand claimed the victory in a thrilling Armageddon (sudden death game) after the regular match ended in a 40-move draw. In the Armageddon, the 52-year old Anand recreated magic of old when he stunned Carlsen to post a win in 50 moves.

Norway Chess: Viswanathan Anand's Winning Run In Classical Event Ends, In Joint Lead With Magnus

India legend Viswanathan Anand's winning run in the 'Classical' event of the Norway Chess tournament came to an end after suffering a loss to American Wesley So in the fourth round on Saturday. The 52-year-old former world champion now shares the lead with Magnus Carlsen on 8.5 points each. The regular Classical game between Anand and So ended in a draw in 28 moves. The American then beat the Indian GM in 46 moves via the Armageddon (sudden death) game.

Norway Chess Tournament: Viswanathan Anand Remains On Top After Third Straight Win

Indian legend Viswanathan Anand continued his winning run in the Classical section of the Norway Chess tournament as he defeated China's Wang Hao in the third round to remain on top of the standings. The 52-year-old Anand won the Armageddon (sudden death game) early on Friday after the regular classical match was drawn after 39 moves.

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Norway Chess: Anand loses to Mamedyarov; Carlsen surges ahead

Norway Chess: Viswanathan Anand Beats Teimour Radjabov, Magnus Carlsen Loses To Aryan Tari

Norway chess: Viswanathan Anand beats Teimour Radjabov, Magnus Carlsen loses to Aryan Tari

Norway Chess: Viswanathan Anand Claims Another Win Over World Champion Magnus Carlsen, Leads Standings

Norway chess: Viswanathan Anand, Anish Giri share honours in round six; Magnus Carlsen moves into lead

Norway Chess: Viswanathan Anand Claims Another Win Over World Champion Magnus Carlsen, Leads Standings

Norway Chess: Viswanathan Anand's Winning Run In Classical Event Ends, In Joint Lead With Magnus

Norway Chess Tournament: Viswanathan Anand Remains On Top After Third Straight Win