Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa triumphed at the Tata Steel Masters chess event in Netherlands, defeating world champion D. Gukesh 2-1 in the tiebreaker. Both players initially tied for first place with 8.5 points. Praggnanandhaa showcased strong technical skill and composure, ultimately securing his first Masters title by capitalizing on crucial mistakes made by Gukesh.
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