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HANS NIEMANN AGAINST THE WORLD

In a format that has never been seen before, Hans Niemann will face some of the world’s strongest chess players in head-to-head matchups that each includes Blitz, Rapid, and Classical games. In the first series of this new event, Hans will play against Grandmasters Anish Giri, Nikita Vitiugov, and Étienne Bacrot. With a total prize pool of $100,000 USD, can Hans Niemann raise to the top has he goes against the world?

Anish Giri

🇳🇱 Utrecht, Netherlands

Currently ranked #14th in the world, Anish Giri is a serious opponent. In a format that suits both players, Hans Niemann and Anish Giri will go head-to-head at the Utrecht City Hall across multiple days to see who will take home the better share of $50,000 USD.
7 August 2024 – 11 August 2024
Utrecht City Hall
$35,000

Nikita Vitiugov

🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom

With a long list of achievements, Nikita Vitiugov is one of the strongest players who currently represent the English Chess Federation. Hosted live at the prestigious Gem Fitzrovia Hotel, who will take home the crown of London?
14 August 2024 – 18 August 2024
Gem Fitzrovia Hotel
$13,000

Étienne Bacrot

🇫🇷 Paris, France

Bacrot previously served as an advisor to the world team in the 1999 Kasparov versus the World event, but can he replicate his efforts in Paris? Hosted at the lively Blitz Society Bar, Hans Niemann vs Étienne Bacrot is sure to be a matchup to remember.
20 August 2024 – 24 August 2024
Blitz Society
$18,000