D Gukesh vs Magnus Carlsen Rematch: World Champion Joins Norway Chess 2026

• Reigning world champion D Gukesh will headline Norway Chess 2026, setting up a rematch with Magnus Carlsen.
• The tournament, scheduled from May 25 to June 5, will move from Stavanger to Oslo.
• Gukesh, the youngest undisputed World Chess Champion at 18, previously defeated Carlsen in a classical game at the 2025 edition.
• Magnus Carlsen, a seven-time Norway Chess winner, and fellow Indian R Praggnanandhaa will also participate.
• Divya Deshmukh will debut in the women's section, becoming its youngest participant since its 2024 launch.

Why It Matters: World Champion D Gukesh will face Magnus Carlsen and other top players at Norway Chess 2026.