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Firouzja Secures Second Place by Defeating So, Joins Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa

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Exciting Results from Round 6 of the Superbet Chess Classic Romania

A powerful victory against GM Wesley So brought GM Alireza Firouzja into joined second place at the Superbet Chess Classic Romania, which resumed on Tuesday following a rest day. After the sixth round, GM Fabiano Caruana continues to lead by half a point as he drew with GM Ian Nepomniachtchi.

In a thrilling match, Firouzja showcased his exceptional skills by outplaying So right from the opening moves, leaving his opponent with no chance to recover. The game was described as a display of “AlphaZero chess” by legendary GM Garry Kasparov, who praised Firouzja’s strong preparation and execution on the board.

Meanwhile, Caruana and Nepomniachtchi continued their streak of draws, with their game ending quickly in a peaceful outcome. The two players, who have a history of trading wins and draws, showcased their mutual respect and understanding of each other’s playing style.

Other notable matches included Abdusattorov vs. Giri and Vachier-Lagrave vs. Gukesh, both of which ended in draws after intense gameplay and strategic maneuvers by the players.

With round seven set to begin on Wednesday, the competition at the Superbet Chess Classic Romania is heating up as players vie for the top spot. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis as the tournament progresses.

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