Today, on December 18, the mini-matches featuring GM Alireza Firouzja (Elo 2750) began in Chartres, France – his hometown. This six-game tournament pits Firouzja against three veteran players with an average rating of 2497 Elo points. Concerns have arisen regarding the… pic.twitter.com/hcdWwt79dJ
— International Chess Federation (@FIDE_chess) December 18, 2023
Starting tomorrow, I will play a match against Magnus Carlsen. 35 games of classical chess. If I draw all 35, I will qualify for the Candidates ???????? #OsloMatch #TheRaceBegins #Candidates pic.twitter.com/141f7m12ft
— David Howell (@DavidHowellGM) December 18, 2023







