Grandmaster Clash

Grandmaster Clash

10/15/2014

link

http://www.slate.com/articles/sports/sports_nut/2014/09/sinquefield_cup_one_of_the_most_amazing_feats_in_chess_history_just_happened.single.html

summary

This article discusses the Sinquefield Cup, a prestigious chess tournament held in St. Louis. It highlights the incredible feat achieved by Magnus Carlsen, the world champion, who won the tournament with a perfect score of 7 wins out of 7 games. The article explores the significance of this achievement, noting that it has only been accomplished a few times in chess history. It also praises Carlsen's exceptional skill and strategic brilliance, highlighting some of the key moments and games from the tournament. The article concludes by emphasizing the impact of Carlsen's victory on the chess world and the admiration it garnered from fellow players.

tags

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