Hikaru Nakamura One Win Away from 30th Bullet Brawl Title

GM Hikaru Nakamura is on the brink of claiming his 30th Bullet Brawl title after an impressive performance in the latest event. Nakamura’s 42-game winning streak during Saturday’s tournament earned him the top spot with a score of 284, a whopping 16 points ahead of his closest competitors, GMs Andrew Tang and Daniel Naroditsky.

The $400 first prize went to Nakamura, while Tang and Naroditsky took home $250 and $150, respectively. The top-scoring women’s player in the event was FM Anastasia Avramidou, who showcased her skills after a strong performance in the Olympiad for Greece’s women’s team.

In the community event, the victory went to “Macmasterr.” The next Bullet Brawl is scheduled for Saturday, October 5, 2024, at noon ET/18:00 CEST.

Nakamura’s dominance in online chess has been evident, with his latest win adding to his impressive record in the 1+0 time control format. Despite the speculation surrounding his potential inclusion in the recent Olympiad, Nakamura has made it clear that online events and streaming take priority for him.

With more than 40% of Bullet Brawl titles under his belt, Nakamura continues to assert his dominance over the world’s best in online arenas. His performance in the latest event, including a 42-game winning streak, showcased his skill and consistency in the fast-paced format.

While Tang and Naroditsky put up strong performances, Nakamura’s exceptional play proved too much to overcome. The competitive nature of Bullet Brawl is evident, with each edition becoming more challenging to win.

For fans looking to review the games from the latest event, they can be found on Chess.com’s website. Bullet Brawl continues to be a thrilling competition featuring top GMs and bullet specialists, making it a must-watch event for chess enthusiasts.