At the 2023 FIDE World Chess Championship, fans were treated to yet another decisive match as Ian Nepomniachtchi was able to squeeze a win despite surprises by Ding, we examine the results, score, game 8 date, schedule, venue, prize money, & streaming details
Although Ding Liren managed to rattle Ian Nepomniachtchi in game seven of the 2023 FIDE World Chess Championship, his miscalculation under time pressure proved fatal for him. Ultimately, Ian clinched the win and secured 4-3 lead ahead of the second-half of this tournament, which will resume on Thursday.
FIDE World Chess Championship 2023 game 8 schedule, game 7 results today, date, time, score, standings, live stream telecast
Nepo wins a WILD game seven vs Ding!
We've had FOUR decisive games in a row! #NepoDing pic.twitter.com/aFUoHyCDFR— Chess.com (@chesscom) April 18, 2023
2023 FIDE World Chess Championship Round 7 result, match events, Round 8 schedule, date, time, venue, & format
During Game 7 of the FIDE World Chess Championship, Ding Liren self-destructed due to a time crunch, freezing in a position where he appeared to have put in all the effort and was the one pushing for a victory. Ding Liren needs to recover from a heartbreaking setback in the second half of the tournament as Ian Nepomniachtchi now leads 4-3. To counter GM Ian Nepomniachtchi’s brilliant move, Ding chose the French Defense, but he made a mistake under extreme time pressure and lost the game at the key moment.
Although the outcome was disastrous for Ding’s campaign, he has shown that he can bounce back from such challenges. Ding demonstrated his desire to win throughout the entire game, but he ultimately lost it when the time limit came into play. Meanwhile, Nepomniachtchi will head into the rest day brimming with confidence and comfortable 4-3 lead.
| Date | Event |
| 7 April | Opening ceremony |
| 8 April | Media day |
| 9 April | Game 1 (Draw) |
| 10 April | Game 2 (Win: Ian Nepomniachtchi) |
| 11 April | Rest day |
| 12 April | Game 3 (Draw) |
| 13 April | Game 4 (Ding Liren) |
| 14 April | Rest day |
| 15 April | Game 5 (Win: Ian Nepomniachtchi) |
| 16 April | Game 6 (Ding Liren) |
| 17 April | Rest day |
| 18 April | Game 7 (Win: Ian Nepomniachtchi) |
| 19 April | Rest day |
| 20 April | Game 8 |
| 21 April | Game 9 |
| 22 April | Rest day |
| 23 April | Game 10 |
| 24 April | Game 11 |
| 25 April | Rest day |
| 26 April | Game 12 |
| 27 April | Game 13 |
| 28 April | Rest day |
| 29 April | Game 14 |
| 30 April | Tiebreaks |
| 1 May | Closing ceremony |
World Chess Championship 2023 prize money pool distribution
If either player earns 7.5 or more points during the game’s conventional phase, the €2 million prize fund will be split, with €1.2 million going to the victor and €800,000 going to the runner-up. After 14 regular games, if the score is still tied, the tiebreaker winner will receive 55% of the prize money.
When & Where to Watch: live stream of World Chess Championship
On Chess.com/TV or their official YouTube channels, chess fans from all around the world may watch the live streaming of the 2023 World Chess Championship with expert commentary. The eighth round will begin at 9:00 GMT/2:30 PM IST on April 20 following Wednesday’s rest day.