Magnus Carlsen took the second rapid game of the day by storm and R Praggnanandhaa chose to shake hands and agree to a draw. With the Norwegian having already won the first game, it meant that World No.1 Carlsen finally added the World Cup to his overflowing trophy cabinet. Carlsen had briefly been on the back foot in the first game of the day but took command towards the end, putting some time pressure on Praggnanandhaa. Carlsen was far more dominant in the second game. 

“We are proud of Praggnanandhaa for his remarkable performance at the FIDE World Cup! He showcased his exceptional skills and gave a tough fight to the formidable Magnus Carlsen in the finals. This is no small feat. Wishing him the very best for his upcoming tournaments,” the Indian Prime Minister said in his special tweet for Praggnanandhaa.

R Praggnanandhaa scripted a fairy tale by reaching the final after beating two of the top three in the world. In the final, though, he came up against a player who has ended many a fairy tale run in the past. And yet, Pragg made a good case of himself against Magnus Carlsen and it pretty much shows that the sky is the limit for him in his career. He leaves the tournament with a runners-up tag and an elusive place in the Candidates tournament.