Alireza Firouzja Dominates Bullet Brawl, Claims First Title and $400

GM Alireza Firouzja made headlines on Saturday as he clinched his first Bullet Brawl title and a $400 prize after an impressive 42-game winning streak. The world number-seven outshone the field, including 33-time winner GM Hikaru Nakamura, to secure victory in the intense competition.

Polish WGM Aleksandra Maltsevskaya claimed the $100 best women’s prize, while community brawl participant Sundram Kumar topped the untitled arena with 302 points.

Firouzja’s exceptional performance solidified his reputation as one of the best bullet chess players in the world, with many considering him on par with Nakamura and Magnus Carlsen. His tactical prowess and lightning-fast pace were on full display throughout the event.

Notable participants in the competition included top GMs like Daniel Naroditsky, Oleksandr Bortnyk, Sam Sevian, and rising stars like FM Faustino Oro and IM Ilan Schnaider. The event was a showcase of high-level chess and intense competition.

Firouzja’s remarkable 42-game winning streak, which included victories over top players like Sarana, Martinez, Sevian, and Bortnyk, was a key factor in his victory. Despite Nakamura’s strong performance, he fell short of first place and settled for the $250 second prize.

The next Bullet Brawl is scheduled for Saturday, November 30, 2024, at noon ET/18:00 CEST. Chess enthusiasts can expect another thrilling competition featuring some of the best bullet chess players in the world.