Exciting Results in Round Four of the 2024 U.S. Championship and U.S. Women’s Championship

Defending champions GM Fabiano Caruana and IM Carissa Yip continued their winning streak in round four of the 2024 U.S. Championship and U.S. Women’s Championship, respectively. Caruana took the sole lead in the Open section after a decisive victory, while Yip extended her lead in the Women’s section to a full point.

In the Open section, Caruana showcased his elite grandmaster skills by securing a win against GM Abhimanyu Mishra in a major piece endgame. Meanwhile, GM Sam Sevian was held to a draw, joining a three-way tie for second place. Other games ended in relatively peaceful draws, setting the stage for an exciting round five.

In the Women’s section, Yip maintained her perfect score by defeating GM Irina Krush, a significant victory that solidified her lead. FM Megan Lee scored her first win of the tournament against WGM Tatev Abrahamyan, who held sole second place going into the round. IM Gulrukhbegim Tokhirjonova and WGM Thalia Cervantes also secured wins to move up in the standings.

With a rest day before round five, all eyes are on the upcoming matchups, particularly the showdown between Yip and Tokhirjonova in the Women’s section. As the tournament progresses, Caruana and Yip remain strong contenders for the championship titles. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on the official website and live commentary channels.