Magnus Carlsen clinched his fifth consecutive Champions Chess Tour title by defeating Ian Nepomniachtchi 4–1 in the 2024 Finals held in Oslo from December 17 to 21. This victory underscores Carlsen's dominance in rapid and blitz formats, having won every edition of the Tour since its inception in 2020.
Carlsen attributes his success to the match-play format of the Tour and he also noted that the format allows him to apply consistent pressure on opponents, making it challenging for them to recover once behind.
Carlsen: Advanced to the final after a 3.5–1.5 semifinal victory over Maxime Vachier-Lagrave. Nepomniachtchi: Reached the final by defeating Alireza Firouzja 3.5–0.5 in the semifinals, showcasing dominant form.
The 2024 Champions Chess Tour Finals featured eight top players competing in a round-robin stage, followed by survival matches and knockout rounds. The event boasted a $500,000 prize fund, with Carlsen earning $200,000 for his victory.
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