By Guest 
In a thrilling conclusion to the 2024 FIDE World Blitz Chess Championship held in New York City, Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi have been declared co-champions after an intense series of matches.
The tournament, which took place on December 30 and 31, featured over 300 elite players, including Carlsen and Nepomniachtchi, competing in the iconic Wall Street venues.
The championship followed a Swiss system format, consisting of 13 rounds. The top eight players from this stage advanced to the knockout rounds. Carlsen and Nepomniachtchi demonstrated exceptional skill and resilience throughout the tournament, ultimately facing each other in the final. After seven grueling games, the two grandmasters agreed to share the title, marking a historic moment in the world of chess.
History has been written today! #RapidBlitz
We have two 2024 FIDE World Blitz Champions! Congratulations đź‘Ź đź‘Ź pic.twitter.com/nFFslLaYM9
— International Chess Federation (@FIDE_chess) January 1, 2025
This event was particularly notable as it marked the first time that the World Rapid and Blitz Championships were staged on American soil. The tournament attracted a host of ambitious challengers, including prominent American players such as Hikaru Nakamura, Fabiano Caruana, and Hans Niemann.
In the women’s section, China’s Ju Wenjun emerged victorious, showcasing her dominance in the blitz format. Her performance further solidifies her status as one of the leading figures in women’s chess.
The 2024 World Blitz Chess Championship not only provided fans with high-paced, exhilarating matches but also highlighted the global appeal and competitive spirit of chess. As the chess community reflects on this year’s achievements, anticipation is already building for the 2025 championship.
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