Tech Mahindra Global Chess League · Finals · Round 1

Nepomniachtchi and Carlsen draw in Tech Mahindra Global Chess League round 1

September 13, 2026 · Nepomniachtchi ½–½ Carlsen

After 47.Kd3

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GM Ian Nepomniachtchi (Ganges Grandmasters) and GM Magnus Carlsen (Alpine APL Pipers) drew in round 1 of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League 2026 (Finals), after 47 moves.

It began as the Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack.

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White: GM Ian Nepomniachtchi, 2729 · Ganges Grandmasters
Black: GM Magnus Carlsen, 2803 · Alpine APL Pipers
Result: ½–½ in 47 moves
Opening: Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack · B30
Event: Tech Mahindra Global Chess League 2026, Finals, Round 1 · Bengaluru, India

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