GM Hikaru Nakamura Advances to Grand Final of 2024 Bullet Chess Championship, Naroditsky Still in Contention

GM Hikaru Nakamura has secured his spot in the Grand Final of the 2024 Bullet Chess Championship after a thrilling victory over GM Daniel Naroditsky. Nakamura emerged victorious with a score of 16.5-11.5, showcasing his exceptional speed and skill in the fast-paced format.

Naroditsky, known for his expertise in bullet and hyper-bullet chess, put up a tough fight against Nakamura. Despite his impressive speed, Nakamura’s lightning-fast moves and strategic gameplay proved to be too much for his opponent to handle.

The match was filled with intense moments, with Naroditsky showing glimpses of brilliance but ultimately falling short against Nakamura’s relentless attacks. Nakamura’s dominance was evident as he built a significant lead and never allowed Naroditsky to make a comeback.

With this win, Nakamura advances to the Grand Final, where he awaits the winner of the match between GMs Alireza Firouzja and Sam Sevian. Naroditsky still has a chance for redemption as he will face off against the winner of the Losers Final for another shot at Nakamura.

The action continues on Thursday, June 13, with the excitement and intensity of the Bullet Chess Championship reaching new heights. Stay tuned to witness the thrilling conclusion of this elite chess event, where the fastest chess player in the world will be crowned.