29 May 2021

Ian Nepomniachtchi Loses to Wesley So in FTX Crypto Cup Semifinal

Magnus Carlsen eliminated Teimour Radjabov.


The semifinal matches of the FTX Crypto Cup, the 6th event on the Meltwater Champions Chess Tour with the prize fund of $320k and sponsors FTX providing a $100k Bitcoin bonus, finished on May 29. 

Ian Nepomniachtchi didn't manage to win back in the match against Wesley So. The second encounter started with two draws, while the American won the third game to secure the overall victory.

Wesley So's rival in the final will be Magnus Carlsen, who defeated Teimour Radjabov in the second match.

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