Fabiano Caruana Shines in Round 4 of Superbet Chess Classic Romania

Fabiano Caruana Shines in Fourth Round of Superbet Chess Classic Romania

In a thrilling fourth round of the Superbet Chess Classic Romania, GM Fabiano Caruana emerged as the star player of the day. The 31-year-old American grandmaster reclaimed his spot as the number two player in the world with a 2800+ rating after defeating GM Bogdan-Daniel Deac. This victory marked a significant achievement for Caruana, who had previously drawn in all four encounters with Deac.

Another standout performance came from GM Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu, who secured a victory against GM Anish Giri. This win propelled Praggnanandhaa to join GM Gukesh Dommaraju in second place in the standings.

The games between GM Ian Nepomniachtchi and GM Wesley So, GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov and GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave, and GM Alireza Firouzja and Gukesh ended in draws, adding to the excitement of the day’s matches.

The tournament, which is the second leg of the 2024 Grand Chess Tour, has been a showcase of top-tier chess talent. With a $350,000 prize fund at stake, the competition has been fierce and captivating for chess enthusiasts worldwide.

The presence of legendary 13th world champion Garry Kasparov added an extra layer of excitement to the event. Kasparov made a ceremonial first move in the game between Firouzja and Gukesh, showcasing his continued passion for the game and its future.

As the tournament progresses, the stakes are getting higher, and the players are leaving no stone unturned in their quest for victory. The Superbet Chess Classic Romania promises more thrilling matches and intense competition as the world’s top chess players battle it out on the board. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting chess event!