Carlsen beat Firouzja in the opener. But in a remarkable twist, the 16-year-old, who sat in a gaming chair wearing shorts, stole the second game, prompting the 29-year-old to describe his teenage ...

Ultimately, Alireza Firouzja faced off against Ian Nepomniachtchi in a rapid playoff. The first game ended in a draw and then Firouzja won the final game and secured the 2022 Sinquefield Cup title.

In a thrilling contest, broadcast worldwide, 16-year-old Firouzja, who was featured by Mirror as an upcoming talent recently, earned applauds from Carlsen himself. “Good game Alireza.

Alireza Firouzja defeated the Norwegian in the final of the online quickfire knockout contest to claim the $14,000 prize. Carlsen, 29, had been the heavy favorite in the 7-month series that began ...