Winners of Titled Tuesday: Magnus Carlsen and Parham Maghsoodloo

GMs Magnus Carlsen and Parham Maghsoodloo emerged as the winners of the Titled Tuesday tournaments on February 11. Carlsen secured first place in the early tournament with a dominant performance, while Maghsoodloo claimed victory in the late tournament after a remarkable comeback.

In the early tournament, Carlsen displayed his exceptional skills by achieving a perfect score of 7/7, including a crucial win over GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave. Despite a draw in the following round, Carlsen finished strong to clinch the tournament with an impressive performance against GM Aleksandar Indjic.

On the other hand, Maghsoodloo faced a challenging start in the late tournament, but he bounced back with 10 consecutive victories to secure the top spot. A critical game against GM Hans Niemann in the final round sealed Maghsoodloo’s victory, as he showcased his strategic prowess to emerge victorious.

The tournaments also saw notable performances from other players, including Vachier-Lagrave, who secured second place in the early tournament, and Sam Sevian, who finished as the runner-up in the late tournament.

With these wins, both Carlsen and Maghsoodloo marked their first victories of 2025 in the Titled Tuesday series. The tournaments attracted a large number of participants, highlighting the competitive spirit and talent within the chess community.

Overall, the Titled Tuesday tournaments continue to be a platform for top players to showcase their skills and compete against each other in a challenging and exciting environment. Congratulations to Carlsen and Maghsoodloo on their well-deserved victories!