GMs Jose Martinez and Jeffery Xiong Victorious in August 13 Titled Tuesday Events

GMs Jose Martinez and Jeffery Xiong emerged as the victors in the August 13 editions of Titled Tuesday on Chess.com. Martinez, who had been close to winning several times before, finally broke into the winners’ column in 2024. His victory comes just in time as he prepares for an upcoming rematch with GM Vladimir Kramnik in London.

Xiong, on the other hand, secured his second win in five weeks, showcasing his consistent performance in these high-stakes tournaments. Both Martinez and Xiong scored 10 points each, with Magnus Carlsen finishing second in both events. Carlsen, a formidable opponent, was unable to clinch the top spot due to tiebreaks, while Xiong won the late tournament outright by half a point.

In the early tournament, Martinez and Carlsen drew in the eighth round, with Martinez falling behind briefly before making a comeback in the final rounds to tie for first place. The tiebreaks favored Martinez, securing him the top spot, while Carlsen finished in second place. In the late tournament, Xiong’s impressive performance included defeating Carlsen and maintaining his lead to secure first place.

The prize money for the tournaments was substantial, with Martinez and Xiong taking home $1,000 each for their victories. Carlsen earned $750, adding to his already impressive lifetime earnings. The competition was fierce, with players like Kacper Drozdowski, Arjun Erigaisi, and Aravindh Chithambaram also claiming top spots in the standings.

Overall, the Titled Tuesday events showcased the skill and determination of these top chess players, setting the stage for future exciting matchups in the world of competitive chess.