New Delhi, June 3 (NationPress) World Champion D Gukesh achieved his inaugural classical victory over fellow Indian player Arjun Erigaisi — and remarkably did so from a position that appeared nearly hopeless — during a thrilling round seven match at the Norway Chess tournament on Monday.

This extraordinary win followed closely on the heels of Gukesh's first classical chess victory against World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen. These back-to-back wins have propelled the 19-year-old Indian talent ahead of Carlsen in the rankings, placing him second only to Fabiano Caruana, who triumphed over Wei Yi in his respective match.

The clash between these two young chess prodigies did not disappoint. Arjun took the lead early on, steering the game into a sharp and intricate middlegame, where he outmaneuvered Gukesh and appeared poised for a dominant win. A critical error by Gukesh left him at a material disadvantage and in a precarious position, leading many experts to label his scenario as "almost lost."

Nonetheless, Gukesh exhibited his signature grit and tactical ingenuity. Under intense pressure, he methodically fought his way back into the match with accurate calculations and composed defense. In an electrifying turnaround, he neutralized Arjun’s advantage and began to control the tempo of the game.

As the clock ticked down, Arjun made just enough mistakes to provide Gukesh with an opening — one that he seized with impeccable accuracy. Following a fiercely contested battle, Arjun had no choice but to resign.

This victory not only represents a significant achievement for Gukesh but also solidifies his reputation as one of the most formidable competitors on the global chess stage. Social media erupted in celebration, with fans hailing his performance as “a masterclass in resilience.”