Exciting Updates from the Champions Chess Tour Chess.com Classic 2024!

GM Alireza Firouzja has made a stunning run in the Champions Chess Tour Chess.com Classic 2024, eliminating top players Jan-Krzysztof Duda and Vincent Keymer to reach the Division I Grand Final. On Wednesday, he will face off against the legendary GM Magnus Carlsen in what promises to be an epic showdown.

In Division II, GM Wesley So faced an early setback with a loss in his first match, but he fought his way back through the Losers Bracket to set up a final showdown against GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave.

Meanwhile, in Division III, GM Nils Grandelius lost in the Winners Final but secured a rematch in the Grand Final by defeating GM Karthikeyan Murali.

The action continues on Tuesday, May 14, with Day seven of the tournament starting at 12:30 p.m. ET / 18:30 CEST / 10 p.m. IST.

Firouzja’s impressive performance has set the stage for an exciting final against Carlsen, who remains undefeated in the tournament. Despite acknowledging Carlsen’s advantage, Firouzja is determined to put up a strong fight and has been preparing rigorously for the match.

In Division II, So’s comeback story adds another layer of excitement to the tournament, as he looks to overcome Vachier-Lagrave in the Grand Final.

Grandelius will be seeking redemption in Division III as he faces Andreikin in the Grand Final, aiming to secure the title after a hard-fought journey through the tournament.

The 2024 Chess.com Classic has showcased the incredible talent and competitive spirit of the world’s top chess players, with a $300,000 prize fund up for grabs. Stay tuned for more thrilling matches and intense battles as the tournament reaches its climax.