“GM Sam Sevian Dominates Bullet Brawl, Wins $400 Prize”

In a week where top chess players were making headlines by signing with esports organizations, Grandmaster Sam Sevian stole the show by winning Saturday’s Bullet Brawl and claiming the $400 top prize. Just 24 hours after securing his first Freestyle Friday victory, Sevian outscored Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, world number-five Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi, and 191 other titled players.

Georgian International Master Maka Purtseladze also made her mark by winning the $100 women’s prize for the first time, beating out International Master Anna Sargsyan. Additionally, “Macmasterr” emerged victorious in the community brawl, defeating Sundram “SpeedyBoss” Kumar.

The next edition of Bullet Brawl is set to kick off on Saturday, February 22, at noon ET/18:00 CEST.

Sevian’s recent success in both the Bullet Brawl and Freestyle Friday tournaments has put him in the spotlight as a top contender for Chess.com’s “Player of the Week.” The 24-year-old’s impressive performances have not gone unnoticed, especially as the qualification process for the 2025 Esports World Cup is about to begin.

During the intense competition of the Bullet Brawl, Sevian faced tough challenges from a field filled with talent, including 11 Grandmasters with bullet ratings over 3000. Despite a strong start from Naroditsky, Sevian’s unbeaten streak and strategic gameplay ultimately secured him the victory.

Sevian’s recent string of victories may catch the attention of esports organizations looking to recruit top chess talent. With the esports scene heating up and top players making moves to join organizations, Sevian’s success could lead to exciting opportunities in the world of competitive gaming.