Hans Niemann impresses at Freestyle Chess Las Vegas, beats Arjun Erigaisi as Magnus Carlsen struggles

Hans Niemann impresses at Freestyle Chess Las Vegas, beats Arjun Erigaisi as Magnus Carlsen struggles

Hans Niemann and Magnus Carlsen experienced contrasting fortunes on Day 1 of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour in Las Vegas. Niemann defeated India’s Arjun Erigaisi while Carlsen lost to Praggnanandhaa.

Hans Niemann had an impressive Day 1 at the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Las Vegas, finishing second in his group. Image: Freestyle Chess