Vincent Keymer
Prague Chess Festival 2026 opens with strong masters field
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The 2026 International Prague Chess Festival has begun in Prague, Czech Republic, featuring top grandmasters in its Masters event. Reigning World Champion GM Gukesh D headlines alongside players like GM Vincent Keymer and GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov. The tournament runs from February 24 to March 6 at the Don Giovanni Hotel.
Grandmaster Vincent Keymer claimed victory in Chess.com's Freestyle Friday tournament on March 27, scoring 8.5 out of 11 points and prevailing on tiebreaks. Five players matched his score, but connection problems cost Nodirbek Yakubboev the title in the final round. Hans Niemann finished third, while Iniyan Paneerselvam took fourth after defeating Keymer.
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In round seven of the 2026 Prague Chess Festival Masters, GM Vincent Keymer notched the tournament's sole victory against GM David Anton, while leader GM Jorden van Foreest drew to maintain his half-point advantage. Other games ended in draws, including a crucial matchup between van Foreest and GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov. GM D Gukesh managed a draw against GM Parham Maghsoodloo despite earlier struggles.