Chess Highlights: Dominance and Triumphs in the 3 0 Thursday Tournaments
Fedoseev’s Remarkable Streak and Tournament Victories
First Tournament: Bortnyk’s Dominant Start Holds Up In Tiebreaks
Second Tournament: Yoo Cruises To Victory
Third Tournament: Fedoseev Nearly Perfect
Chess Mastery on Display: Fedoseev’s Historic “Adoption” Highlights 3 0 Thursday
July 23, 2026 – In a stunning display of skill and strategy, Grandmaster Vladimir Fedoseev achieved a remarkable feat during the latest 3 0 Thursday tournament, winning ten consecutive games against a formidable field of opponents. This impressive “adoption” not only showcased his chess prowess but also secured him the tournament victory by a commanding 1.5-point margin.
The day began with GM Oleksandr Bortnyk setting the tone in the first tournament, where he dominated the competition. Bortnyk won his first seven games, including a standout performance against GM Ihor Samunenkov. Despite a late-round defeat against GM Pranav V, Bortnyk’s earlier victories ensured his triumph, as he finished with nine points, edging out GMs Hikaru Nakamura and Rudik Makarian in tiebreaks.
Nakamura, known for his resilience, bounced back from two early losses to clinch six consecutive wins, featuring a breathtaking queen sacrifice against WIM Margarita Potapova. Meanwhile, Potapova nearly claimed the title for the top female player but ultimately lost to WIM Zarina Nurgaliyeva, who finished with 6.5 points.
The second tournament saw GM Christopher Yoo cruise to victory with an impressive score of 10 out of 11. Yoo’s early five-game winning streak set the stage for his success, and he maintained his momentum despite drawing two games. His final round win against Fedoseev solidified his position, while Pranav Anand secured second place with 8.5 points.
However, it was Fedoseev who stole the spotlight in the third tournament. After a narrow defeat to Yoo in the previous round, he returned with a vengeance, winning his first ten games in a performance that many are calling the most impressive in 3 0 Thursday history. Fedoseev’s victories included a confident win against GM Alexander Grischuk and a swift triumph over IM Reza Mahdavi.
Despite his commanding lead, Fedoseev faced a formidable challenge in the final round against GM Jeffrey Xiong, who ultimately out-calculated him, preventing a perfect score. Xiong’s victory secured him second place with 8.5 points, while Grischuk rounded out the top three with eight points.
3 0 Thursday continues to be a thrilling platform for chess enthusiasts, featuring three weekly Swiss tournaments with a combined prize fund of $3,000. As players like Fedoseev, Bortnyk, and Yoo demonstrate their extraordinary talents, the excitement surrounding this event is sure to grow.
With the chess world buzzing about Fedoseev’s historic achievement, one thing is clear: the competition is fiercer than ever, and the next round of 3 0 Thursday promises to deliver even more unforgettable moments.