Indian Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand showcased his brilliance once again, securing the 13th Quenza Blitz Open title in France with a flawless score of 9/9. Anand’s commanding performance left his competitors trailing, as he finished a remarkable 1.5 points ahead of his closest challengers, Maxime Lagarde of France and Sergey Fedorchuk of Ukraine.
Viswanathan Anand’s dominance continues
Anand’s nine consecutive wins demonstrated his exceptional form and strategic prowess. Facing opponents of varying ages and backgrounds, from an 11-year-old kid to a 68-year-old veteran, Anand navigated the field with precision and determination.
Anand’s fastest victory was a 16-move miniature against the eventual runner-up, Maxime Lagarde, in Round 7. In the penultimate round, he secured a 24-move win against GM Laurent Fressinet. These decisive victories showcased Anand’s tactical acumen and positional understanding.
Congratulations 👏 to @vishy64theking on winning the 13th Quenza Blitz event with a perfect score of 9/9!
🥇GM Viswanathan Anand 🇮🇳 9/9
🥈GM Maxime Lagarde 🇫🇷 7.5/9
🥉GM Sergey Fedorchuk 🇺🇦 7.5/9📸 Ligue Corse d'Echecs pic.twitter.com/pqbnHfx55h
— Chess.com – India (@chesscom_in) July 8, 2024
Despite being an open event with no restrictions, Anand’s performance stood out. His mastery of the game and unwavering focus set him apart from the rest. Just a week after winning the 37th Leon Masters in Spain, Anand continued to dominate the chess world.
Anand’s triumph reaffirms his status as a true chess legend. As he roared in France, fans celebrated the enduring brilliance of ‘The Lightning Kid’.