After losses in Round 13, D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa played out a tie-breaker in the 2025 Tata Steel Chess Masters, with the former coming good in sudden-death to win.

Praggnanandhaa came from behind to beat Gukesh 2-1 in the tiebreaker. In high drama, the match went into a tiebreak game after they ended the 13th and final round of the tournament, tied for the top spot with 8.

Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa fought through exhaustion and nerves to defeat world champion D Gukesh in a clash of compatriots to clinch the Tata Steel Masters title

As the Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025 heads into its final round, all eyes are on Indian prodigies D Gukesh a

Ahead of Sunday's final round, R Praggnanandhaa joins world champion D Gukesh atop the Tata Steel Masters standings

Praggnanandhaa’s remarkable comeback in the tiebreaker showcased his resilience and strategic prowess. After losing the first blitz match with the black pieces, he bounced back to claim victory in the second match with white, forcing a sudden death scenario.

R Praggnanandhaa secured the 2025 Tata Steel Chess title after a thrilling tiebreak victory over D Gukesh, crediting Arjun Erigaisi's crucial win and humorously suggesting he should buy him a gift for the assist.

The Tata Steel Chess 2025 Masters title was decided in playoffs after both joint leaders D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa lost their matches in Round 13 and were forced to participate in tiebreakers. Praggnanandhaa stunned chess world champions Gukesh in playoffs to clinch the Tata Steel Chess 2025 Masters title.

Grandmaster Praggnanandhaa celebrated a stunning victory at the Tata Steel Masters 2025, defeating World Champion Gukesh in a tense tiebreaker. The win marks a significant moment in Indian chess, showcasing the new generation of talent.