Chessable Masters: Giri beats Nepomniachtchi in the Semi-Finals

by Shahid Ahmed - 03/07/2020

Just over a week ago both World Champion Magnus Carlsen and Anish Giri joked about seeing each other in the final. You cannot deny the fact that it would make an interesting final now that Giri has beat Nepomniachtchi 3.5-2.5 in the third mini-match of their Semi-Finals. Their pre and post-match banters on twitter is well-known to the fans and it will be interesting to see who wins it. Giri despite having a bit of ups and downs, he has managed to pull through in all situations from tie-breaks to Armageddon. Carlsen is yet to show a chink in his armor in this tournament, but the finals will be a treat for those who love the game. Who do you think will win Chessable Masters - Carlsen or Giri?

Destiny fulfilled: It's Carlsen vs Giri at the Finals

Nepomniachtchi had a perfect start in the third mini-match of the Semi-Finals with his usual attacking style but he immediately lost the next game. The next three games ended up in consecutive lacklustre draws. Then Giri finally won the game and the mini-match to setup a clash with the World Champion in the Finals which starts today.

Magnus Carlsen beat Ding Liren 2-0 to advance to the finals | Photo: Amruta Mokal

Determined Nepomniachtchi

Nepomniachtchi was determined to win the third mini-match in the Semi-Final. He started the day with his usual attacking style. Struck at every opportunity and eventually secured a victory. Although he missed a quicker victory.