India, July 10 -- The chess world recently witnessed another captivating chapter featuring its undisputed titan, Magnus Carlsen, and the formidable rising Indian prodigy, D. Gukesh. Their intensifying rivalry has captivated audiences, creating palpable tension and drama in every encounter. A pivotal moment was the now-infamous "table smash" incident at Norway Chess 2025, where Gukesh's stunning classical victory against Carlsen elicited a rare, visceral display of frustration from the usually composed Norwegian. This highly charged contest set the stage for their subsequent clash at Croatia's Grand Chess Tour 2025.

Ahead of the Grand Chess Tour 2025 in Croatia, Magnus Carlsen, known for his psychological warfare, made headlines with prov...