29 November 2020
Magnus Carlsen and Wesley So to Play in Final of Skilling Open
Ian Nepomniachtchi and Hikaru Nakamura are defeated in the semi-final.
The semi-final of the Skilling Open were completed on Chess24.com on 28 November.
Magnus Carlsen defeated Ian Nepomniachtchi in a tough struggle. The world champion won the first match by a narrow margin. The Russian started the next encounter with a win, but the Norwegian immediately fought back, and then two draws followed.
Wesley So has become the second finalist. He beat his compatriot Hikaru Nakamura on the first day 2.5-1.5, while all games of the return match were drawn.
The final match between Magnus Carlsen and Wesley So will be held on November 29-30.
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