The first two rounds of mini-matches at the World Fischer Random Championship were played on Tuesday in Reykjavik. Nodirbek Abdusattorov (group A) and Hikaru Nakamura (group B) won both their mini-matches to take early leads. Nakamura defeated Magnus Carlsen in their direct matchup. The world champion had a faulty performance, as he blundered material both against Nakamura and Vladimir Fedoseev. | Photo: FIDE / David Llada
The FIDE World Fischer Random Chess Championship is back with its second edition. The over-the-board final is taking place at the Berjaya Natura Hotel in Reykjavik, Iceland, on 25-30 October. The 8-player lineup includes defending champion Wesley So, classical chess champion Magnus Carlsen and rapidplay specialist Hikaru Nakamura. | Follow the games live with expert commentary starting at 17.00 CEST (11.00 ET, 20.30 IST)
The FIDE World Fischer Random Chess Championship is back with its second edition. The over-the-board final will take place at the Berjaya Natura Hotel in Reykjavik, Iceland, on 25-30 October. The 8-player lineup will include defending champion Wesley So, classical chess champion Magnus Carlsen and rapidplay specialist Hikaru Nakamura.