Anand Mahindra on Magnus Carlsen’s reaction after losing to D Gukesh: ‘Wasn’t just a tantrum, it was…’

Indian chess sensation

D Gukesh

earned praise from billionaire Anand Mahindra after defeating world champion Magnus Carlsen in the sixth round of the ongoing 2025

Norway Chess

tournament. Gukesh, who became the youngest

World Chess Champion

in 2024, showcased remarkable patience and strategic brilliance, turning the tables on Carlsen in a tightly contested classical match.Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Mahindra highlighted the emotional weight of the moment, noting how Gukesh’s composed demeanor stood in stark contrast to Carlsen’s visible frustration after the loss. He wrote: “Carlsen’s visible frustration at the end wasn’t just a tantrum — it was the greatest compliment the World Champion could receive from the GOAT No fist pump. No smirk. Gukesh didn’t need one. His silence roared louder than Carlsen’s exit.”

A calm victory in a high-stakes match

Throughout the game, Carlsen appeared to have the upper hand, maintaining a dominant position on the board for a large portion of the match. However, in a surprising twist during the endgame, the Norwegian grandmaster made a rare error — one that Gukesh was quick to seize upon.Staying focused under pressure, the 19-year-old Indian grandmaster capitalized on the opportunity, shifting the momentum and steering the match to a stunning win. It was Gukesh’s first classical win over Carlsen, making it a milestone moment in his already impressive career.With this win, Gukesh now holds 8.5 points in the Norway Chess 2025 standings, moving into third place. He is currently just one point behind co-leaders Magnus Carlsen and American grandmaster Fabiano Caruana, both of whom have 9.5 points.The tournament is still underway, and all eyes are now on Gukesh as he chases the top spot.