Chess.com Global Championship Finals 2022 semi-final line-up is set, featuring Hikaru Nakamura, Wesley So, Anish Giri, & Indian prodigy Nihal Sarin, we examine the latest results, upcoming knockout schedule, standings, prize money and other details of tournament
At the Chess.com Global Championship Finals, Wesley So, Hikaru Nakamura, Nihal Sarin, and Anish Giri have qualified for the semi-final stage following rigorous quarterfinal ties filled with thrill and unexpected comebacks.
Chess.com Global Championship Finals Chess 2022 Results Today, Knockout Semi-Final Schedule, Date, Time, Bracket, Standings, Draw, Score, Fixtures, Live Stream
Nakamura, So and Nihal Sarin are through, with Giri-Radjabov to be decided in Armageddon! https://t.co/mIRqZsGmBS #c24live pic.twitter.com/fkQ7EgMi64
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2022 Chess.com Global Championship Finals Results Today, Semi-Final Schedule, Date, Time, Venue, Draw, Scores, & Qualified Players
Even though Nakamura’s 4-0 advantage after first day made the outcome appear inevitable, Duda gave it a meaningful fight by triumphing in back-to-back games that had to be won. However in Game 7, Nakamura’s clever approach put stop to his opponent’s streak as Nakamura ultimately prevailed with score of 5-2 and moved on to the semi-final stage. Meanwhile, Wesley So displayed his versatility by defeating Dmitry Andreikin from various scenarioes to wrap-up tie in just six games.
In clash of two youngsters, Nihal Sarin managed to overturn one-point deficit against Sam Sevian thanks to his shrewd and inventive play under pressure. Elsewhere, Teimour Radjabov managed to force play-off despite falling behind by two-points at one point. However, Giri held his nerve to win with black pieces in the Armageddon playoff. Following these results, Nihal Sarin and Anish Giri have joined Wesley So and Hikaru Nakamura as the semi-finalists of 2022 Chess.com Global Championship.
Chess.com Global Championship Quarterfinal Results (2nd-3rd November)
Wesley So 4.5-1.5 Dmitry Andreikin
Anish Giri 5-4 Teimour Radjabov
Hikaru Nakamura 5-2 Jan-Krzystof Duda
Samuel Sevian 3.5-4.5 Nihal Sarin
Chess.com Global Championship Semi-Final Schedule (2nd-3rd November)
Hikaru Nakamura vs Wesley So
Anish Giri vs Nihal Sarin
2022 Chess.com Global Championship Finals Prize Money
An official announcement stated that the 2022 Chess.com Global Championship winner would take home reward of $200,000. Depending on how they perform, these eight knockout qualifiers will receive a share of the remaining $500,000 prize money. Meanwhile, Duda and Sevian will receive prize money of $25,000 each after getting eliminated from quarterfinal stage.
| Position | No. of Players | Prize Money | Total |
| 1st | 1 | $200,000 | $200,000 |
| 2nd | 1 | $100,000 | $100,000 |
| 3rd-4th | 2 | $50,000 | $100,000 |
| 5th-8th | 4 | $25,000 | $100,000 |
When And Where to Watch: Live Stream And TV Telecast Coverage
On official Twitch channel of Chess.com, fans from all around the world can watch live coverage of Chess.com Global Championship Finals. Additionally, all live broadcasts are accessible to fans via YouTube.com/ChesscomLive. Fans can access the aforementioned platforms on Friday to see Nihal Sarin vs. Anish Giri in action.
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