FIDE World Cup Chess Final Drama
The ultimate clash of the FIDE World Cup Chess tournament brought together Praggnanandhaa and Carlsen in a gripping finale, but both matches concluded in a draw. This nail-biting encounter witnessed 18-year-old Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa pitted against the world’s number one, Magnus Carlsen. The competition was fierce, leading to a tiebreaker decision scheduled for August 24th (today). Let’s delve into the tiebreak rules that will determine the victor.
The Tiebreak Protocol
The tiebreak phase consists of two classical games in the FIDE World Cup Chess final. If both games result in a draw, the tiebreak proceedings come into play.
- Two rounds of 25-25 minutes comprise the initial stage of the tiebreak.
- If this round ends in a stalemate, the contest proceeds to 10-10 rounds.
- If even this does not yield a victor, the competition advances to two rounds of 5-5 minutes.
- In the event of continued parity, the ultimate decision can be reached through games of 3-3 minutes.
Road to the Candidates Tournament
Through the FIDE World Cup Chess Tournament, three players secure qualification for the prestigious Candidates Tournament. Praggnanandhaa’s journey to the final has earned him a spot in this pivotal contest.
- The Candidates Tournament, housing 8 players, determines the contender who will challenge the reigning World Cup champion, Ding Liren of China, in the following year.
- Emerging victorious in the Candidates Tournament will bestow the illustrious title of World Champion upon the winner.
Praggnanandhaa’s Remarkable Path to the Final
Praggnanandhaa’s route to the pinnacle was a tale of triumph:
- In the semifinals, he vanquished world number three Fabiano Caruana 3.5-2.5.
- This victory propelled him to the final, where he now stands poised.
- Notably, Praggnanandhaa is the second Indian player to reach the finals, following the footsteps of the revered Vishwanath Anand.
- The anticipation mounts as the tiebreak holds the prospect of crowning Praggnanandhaa the champion, adding another remarkable chapter to his journey.
