Correct option is C
The correct answer is: (c) Magnus Carlsen
Explanation:
· Magnus Carlsen, the Norwegian grandmaster, won his 6th Norway Chess title at the 12th edition of the tournament held in June 2024.
· He is a former world chess champion and considered one of the greatest players in history.
Information Booster:
· The 2024 edition was held in Stavanger, Norway.
· Carlsen is a 5-time World Chess Champion.
· Norway Chess is an elite invitational tournament featuring top players.
· The format includes classical + Armageddon tiebreaks.
· Gukesh D and Praggnanandhaa were also participants.
· Carlsen first won the event in 2013, its inaugural edition.
Additional Information:
· Fabiano Caruana: US Grandmaster, former World Championship finalist (2018).
· Ding Liren: Chinese Grandmaster and current World Chess Champion (2023).
· Gukesh D: Indian prodigy, recently became one of the youngest super GMs.