Anna Muzychuk, Ukraine's top Grandmaster, secured the Norway Chess Women title. She remained unbeaten in classical games. Muzychuk amassed 16.5 points, edging out competitors. She also received equal prize money of NOK 700,000. This victory highlights her consistent performance in women’s chess. The tournament featured a unique format with Armageddon tiebreaks. Muzychuk's strategic gameplay led to her success in Stavanger.
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