Alireza Firouzja Wins 2024 Sinquefield Cup and Grand Chess Tour

GM Alireza Firouzja emerged victorious in the 2024 Sinquefield Cup and the Grand Chess Tour after securing a draw with GM Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa in the final round. Firouzja finished with a score of 6/9, edging out GM Fabiano Caruana who finished in second place. The world champion and his recent challenger, GMs Ding Liren and Ian Nepomniachtchi, were defeated by GMs Nodirbek Abdusattorov and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, respectively.

Firouzja’s win marks his second victory in the Sinquefield Cup, solidifying his position as one of the top players in the world. With a prize of $100,000, Firouzja expressed his happiness at winning the Grand Chess Tour for a second time, calling it the “most difficult” prize in chess.

Caruana’s strategic play in the final round helped him secure second place, while Vachier-Lagrave and Abdusattorov tied for third. Gukesh Dommaraju, despite drawing in the final round, showcased his maturity and solid gameplay throughout the tournament.

The 2024 Sinquefield Cup was the final classical event of the Grand Chess Tour, with ten players competing for a share of the $350,000 prize fund. Firouzja’s victory cements his status as a formidable force in the world of chess, leaving fans eager to see his future performances.