“Daniel Naroditsky Claims 20th Title in Strongest Bullet Brawl Yet”

The latest edition of the Bullet Brawl on Chess.com was one for the books, with GM Daniel Naroditsky emerging victorious against a field of super-GMs and prodigies. Naroditsky outscored the likes of Hikaru Nakamura, Magnus Carlsen, Arjun Erigaisi, and Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa to claim his 20th title and the $400 first prize.

Fellow Turkish prodigy GM Ediz Gurel finished in second place, showcasing his skills with a score of 224, while Nakamura settled for third. WGM Aleksandra Maltsevskaya took home the $100 best women’s prize, and Cesar Frank Talledo Lagos returned to win another community brawl.

The next Bullet Brawl is set to kick off on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at noon ET/18:00 CEST. The event saw several upsets early on, with Nakamura, Carlsen, and Naroditsky all facing unexpected losses. However, Naroditsky’s impressive follow-up performance secured his lead and eventual victory.

Naroditsky’s lightning pace and ability to convert winning positions quickly were key factors in his success, with notable wins over Carlsen and Arjun. Gurel’s strong performance and unbeaten streak solidified his second-place finish, while Nakamura fell short despite his impressive track record.

The rivalry at the top of the all-time leaderboard is heating up, with Naroditsky closing in on the leaders with his recent victories. The Bullet Brawl continues to be a thrilling event for chess enthusiasts, featuring top GMs and a $1,000 prize fund.

For those looking to review the games from this week’s Bullet Brawl, they can be found on Chess.com’s website. Stay tuned for more exciting action in the world of bullet chess!