Magnus Carlsen shakes Nodirbek Abdusattorov's hand during the semi-finals of the inaugural FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship in Weissenhaus, Germany. Image credit: Stev Bonhage/Freestyle Chess
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Firstpost15-02-2026, 10:31

Carlsen Dominates Nodirbek, Faces Caruana in Freestyle Chess Final

  • Magnus Carlsen defeated Nodirbek Abdusattorov 3-1 to reach the FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship final.
  • Fabiano Caruana beat Vincent Keymer 2.5-1.5 in the other semi-final, setting up a dream final against Carlsen.
  • Carlsen secured his win by taking Game 3 and Game 4, despite facing time pressure in earlier rounds.
  • Caruana clinched his spot by winning the decisive Game 4 against Keymer.
  • The final between Carlsen and Caruana begins on Sunday, February 15th, with the winner receiving $100,000.

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