Missouri Claims Victory Over Saint Louis in 2024 Collegiate Chess League Final

Missouri emerged victorious in a thrilling showdown against Saint Louis in the Final of the 2024 Collegiate Chess League (CCL) Fall Season on Sunday. Led by Grandmaster Mikhail Antipov, Mizzou secured their second CCL team title with an impressive score of 3.5/4.

In a battle for third place, UT Rio Grande Valley defeated SRM with a score of 11-5. Grandmaster Viktor Gazik shined on board one, scoring 3.5/4 to help his team claim victory.

The match between Texas and SRM saw an intense competition, with UT Rio Grande Valley ultimately sweeping the last round with a score of 11-5. Despite missing key players, SRM put up a strong fight throughout the match.

In the showdown between Saint Louis and Missouri, the reigning champs faced tough competition from Missouri. After a back-and-forth battle, Missouri emerged victorious with a score of 9-7, clinching their second CCL team championship.

The Collegiate Chess League is a prestigious online chess competition for college students, with the 2024 CCL Fall Season featuring a $25,000 prize fund. The intense competition and strategic gameplay showcased the immense talent and dedication of the participating teams.

Overall, the Final of the 2024 CCL Fall Season was a thrilling display of skill and strategy, with Missouri and UT Rio Grande Valley emerging as the top contenders in the collegiate chess scene.