Exciting Action Unfolds in Round Four of U.S. Junior, Junior Girls’, and Senior Championships

The action in round four of the U.S. Junior, Junior Girls’, and Senior championships did not disappoint, with players battling it out as they approach the midpoint of the event. The chance of a perfect score, reminiscent of Fischer’s legendary performance in 1964, was dashed as no player remained undefeated after this round.

In the Junior Championships, the competition is fierce, with three players tied for the lead with scores of 3/4. Upsets, back-and-forth battles, and intense games kept the spectators on the edge of their seats.

In the Senior Championships, GM Larry Christiansen made a significant move up the leaderboard by defeating GM Alexander Shabalov. With only one decisive game in this section, each win becomes crucial in the race for the title.

The Girls’ Junior section saw Jasmine Su extending her lead with a strong victory, showcasing her dominance in the tournament. Other players also fought hard, with rare endgames and intense battles leading to decisive results.

In the Junior section, IM Justin Wang’s perfect score was ended by IM Jason Wang in a thrilling game. The competition remains tight, with multiple players vying for the top spot.

With five rounds remaining, the championships are heating up, and the race for the title is wide open. Will Akopian maintain his lead in the Seniors? Can Su continue her streak of upsets in the Girls’ Junior section? Who will emerge as the leader in the Juniors? The players will take a break on Sunday before resuming the action on Monday.

Follow all the excitement of the U.S. Junior, Junior Girls’, and Senior championships as the players battle it out for the prestigious titles.