We examine the points table standings, latest results, schedule, draw, fixtures, & streaming details of the 2024 FIDE Candidates Tournament, which run at Toronto’s The Great Hall from 3rd April to 23rd April
The 2024 Candidates Tournament kicked off with an intriguing spectacle as all matches concluded in a deadlock on the opening day. GM Hikaru Nakamura showcased his daring spirit by sacrificing two rooks against GM Fabiano Caruana. In a parallel encounter, GM Alireza Firouzja and GM Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu treated spectators to an enthralling display of imaginative play and counterstrikes, ultimately settling for a draw.
FIDE Candidates Tournament 2024 chess points table today, schedule, date, time, results, prize money, live stream telecast where to watch
Tan Zhongyi took the lead in the Women’s Candidates tournament by defeating her opponent from the 2022-2023 Finals, Lei Tingjie. Meanwhile, GM Vidit Gujrathi astonished onlookers with an unexpected move against GM Gukesh Dommaraju, yet he couldn’t capitalize on the opportunity, resulting in a draw.
| Rank | Player | Score | Games | Wins | Draw |
| 1 | Fabiano Caruana (USA) | 0.5 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | Nijat Abasov (AZE) | 0.5 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 3 | Alireza Firouzja (FRA) | 0.5 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | Gukesh D (IND) | 0.5 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 5 | Vidit Gujrathi (IND) | 0.5 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 6 | R Praggnanandhaa (IND) | 0.5 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 7 | Ian Nepomniachtchi (FIDE) | 0.5 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 8 | Hikaru Nakamura (USA) | 0.5 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
2024 Candidates Tournament latest results, day 2 schedule, time, venue, draw, & players list
The FIDE Candidates Tournament 2024 will unfold in Toronto, Canada, from April 3 to April 23, 2024. This tournament stands out for its adoption of a double round-robin format, guaranteeing that each competitor will face their seven opponents twice—once with white pieces and once with black. Over the course of three weeks, fourteen rounds will transpire, with four designated rest days interspersed throughout the competition.
Each of the eight participants in the tournament has undergone a rigorous qualification process to earn the opportunity to compete for the challenger title and face off against World Champion Ding Liren, later this year. In addition to competing for the highly sought-after first place, contestants will also compete for a portion of the prize pool, which totals €500,000 in the Candidates Tournament.
Ian Nepomniachtchi seeks to secure his third consecutive victory in the Candidates Tournament, aiming to establish an unprecedented record. However, for young talents such as Praggnanandhaa (18) and Gukesh (17), alongside Vidit and Abasov, both in their late twenties, this event signifies their debut in the Candidates series. Seasoned contenders Caruana and Nakamura undeniably stand out as frontrunners for success.
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Candidates Tournament 2024: results and schedule
| Round | Date | Match |
| Round 1 | 4th April | Fabiano Caruana 0.5-0.5 Hikaru Nakamura |
| Nijat Abasov 0.5-0.5 Ian Nepomniachtchi | ||
| Alireza Firouzja 0.5-0.5 R Praggnanandhaa | ||
| Gukesh D 0.5-0.5 Vidit Gujrathi | ||
| Round 2 | 5th April | Hikaru Nakamura vs Vidit Gujrathi |
| R Praggnanandhaa vs Gukesh D | ||
| Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Alireza Firouzja | ||
| Fabiano Caruana vs Nijat Abasov | ||
| Round 3 | 6th April | Nijat Abasov vs Hikaru Nakamura |
| Alireza Firouzja vs Fabiano Caruana | ||
| Gukesh D vs Ian Nepomniachtchi | ||
| Vidit Gujrathi vs R Praggnanandhaa | ||
| Round 4 | 7th April | Hikaru Nakamura vs R Praggnanandhaa |
| Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Vidit Gujrathi | ||
| Fabiano Caruana vs Gukesh D | ||
| Nijat Abasov vs Alireza Firouzja | ||
| Round 5 | 9th April | Alireza Firouzja vs Hikaru Nakamura |
| Gukesh D vs Nijat Abasov | ||
| Vidit Gujrathi vs Fabiano Caruana | ||
| R Praggnanandhaa vs Ian Nepomniachtchi | ||
| Round 6 | 10th April | Gukesh D vs Hikaru Nakamura |
| Vidit Gujrathi vs Alireza Firouzja | ||
| R Praggnanandhaa vs Nijat Abasov | ||
| Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Fabiano Caruana | ||
| Round 7 | 11th April | Hikaru Nakamura vs Ian Nepomniachtchi |
| Fabiano Caruana vs R Praggnanandhaa | ||
| Nijat Abasov vs Vidit Gujrathi | ||
| Alireza Firouzja vs Gukesh D | ||
| Round 8 | 13th April | Hikaru Nakamura vs Fabiano Caruana |
| Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Nijat Abasov | ||
| R Praggnanandhaa vs Alireza Firouzja | ||
| Vidit Gujrathi vs Gukesh D | ||
| Round 9 | 14th April | Vidit Gujrathi vs Hikaru Nakamura |
| Gukesh D vs R Praggnanandhaa | ||
| Alireza Firouzja vs Ian Nepomniachtchi | ||
| Nijat Abasov vs Fabiano Caruana | ||
| Round 10 | 15th April | Hikaru Nakamura vs Nijat Abasov |
| Fabiano Caruana vs Alireza Firouzja | ||
| Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Gukesh D | ||
| R Praggnanandhaa vs Vidit Gujrathi | ||
| Round 11 | 17th April | R Praggnanandhaa vs Hikaru Nakamura |
| Vidit Gujrathi vs Ian Nepomniachtchi | ||
| Gukesh D vs Fabiano Caruana | ||
| Alireza Firouzja vs Nijat Abasov | ||
| Round 12 | 18th April | Hikaru Nakamura vs Alireza Firouzja |
| Nijat Abasov vs Gukesh D | ||
| Fabiano Caruana vs Vidit Gujrathi | ||
| Ian Nepomniachtchi vs R Praggnanandhaa | ||
| Round 13 | 20th April | Ian Nepomniachtchi vs Hikaru Nakamura |
| R Praggnanandhaa vs Fabiano Caruana | ||
| Vidit Gujrathi vs Nijat Abasov | ||
| Gukesh D vs Alireza Firouzja | ||
| Round 14 | 21st April | Hikaru Nakamura vs Gukesh D |
| Alireza Firouzja vs Vidit Gujrathi | ||
| Nijat Abasov vs R Praggnanandhaa | ||
| Fabiano Caruana vs Ian Nepomniachtchi |
2024 Candidates Tournament: prize money distribution
As per FIDE, the victor of the Candidates Tournament 2024 will qualify to challenge Ding Liren in the World Chess Championship 2024. Moreover, the winner of this competition stands to receive a prize of €48,000. Meanwhile, the second-place finisher will be awarded €36,000, and the third-place contender will secure €24,000. Overall, the tournament boasts a prize pool totaling €500,000.
When And Where to Watch: live streaming & telecast
Fans interested in watching can tune into the live stream of all the matches from the Candidates Tournament via the chess.com YouTube or Twitch platform. The matches are set to begin daily at 6:30 PM GMT.