⁠Norway Chess 2025: Live streaming, TV channel, where and how to watch?

Norway Chess 2025 features a prize money of $148,000.

The Norway Chess 2025 tournament is all set to return from May 26 to June 7, bringing together the elite of the chess world for yet another intense battle of minds.

Regarded as one of the most prestigious super tournaments on the calendar, Norway Chess has consistently featured top-ranked grandmasters and world champions since its inception in 2013. Held in Stavanger, Norway Chess features a select lineup of elite players and a no-draw format.

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Reigning and six-time champion in the classical section, Magnus Carlsen will headline the event once again, aiming to defend his title on home soil. He will face stiff competition from top grandmasters like former champions Fabiano Caruana and Hikaru Nakamura. This will also be Gukesh’s first time facing Magnus in classical format since he became the world champion in December.

The 2025 edition features a 10-player double round-robin format with a unique twist—drawn classical games lead to an Armageddon tiebreak, ensuring decisive results in every round.

Here’s everything you need to know about following the Norway Chess action live.

Where to watch Norway Chess 2025 live?

Chess fans can catch all the action from the Norway Chess 2025 through various platforms:

1. Official Chess.com Website: The tournament will be live-streamed on the Chess.com website, providing a seamless viewing experience for fans across the globe.
2. YouTube Channel: The official Norway Chess YouTube channel as well as Chess 24 YouTube channel will also host live streams of the matches, offering an interactive platform for viewers to engage with the games.
3. Chess Base India: For fans in India, Chess Base India’s YouTube channel will provide live coverage, bringing detailed commentary and insights tailored to the local audience.

TV channels broadcast details of Norway Chess 2025

While specific TV channels broadcasting the tournament may vary by region, updates on local TV listings will be provided closer to the event. Fans are encouraged to check their regional sports networks for live broadcasts.

How to watch Norway Chess 2025 online?

To watch the tournament online, follow these steps:

• Visit the Official Website: Head to the Chess.com official website to access the live stream. Ensure a stable internet connection for uninterrupted viewing.
• Subscribe to YouTube Channels: Subscribe to the official Norway Chess, Chess 24, and Chess Base India YouTube channels to receive notifications about live streams and updates.

Key players to watch out for:

This year’s tournament features an impressive lineup, including top-ranked players like Magnus Carlsen, Fabiano Caruana and Hikaru Nakamura. The other players are Gukesh D, Arjun Erigaisi and Chinese Grandmaster Wei Yi.

The women’s section includes reigning World Champion GM Ju Wenjun, GM Lei Tingjie, GM Koneru Humpy, GM Anna Muzychuk, GM Vaishali Rameshbabu and IM Sara Khadem.

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