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Magnus Carlsen`s perfect 9/9 score at the Grenke Chess Open cements his legacy among chess greats.

Magnus Carlsen has made history by winning the 2025 Grenke Chess Freestyle Open with an impeccable 9/9 score. This remarkable feat in classical time control chess draws parallels to Bobby Fischer`s legendary 11/11 score in the 1963-64 US Championship. Carlsen`s flawless performance included victories over five opponents rated between 2600 and 2700 Elo, culminating in a crucial final round win against Germany`s Vincent Keymer, the only player above 2700 Elo he faced during the tournament.

The tournament standings revealed a competitive field, with seven players tying for second place, each scoring 7 points. Notable names among them include Leinier Dominguez, Fabiano Caruana, Andrey Esipenko, Alexey Sarana, Parham Maghsoodloo, Frederik Svane, and India`s Arjun Erigaisi. The tiebreak format and schedule for these players are yet to be announced.

The Grenke Chess Freestyle Open is distinguished by its unique format, allowing players to utilize computer assistance during play, adding a strategic layer to the competition. The event was broadcast live on Chess24`s YouTube and Twitch channels, enabling fans worldwide to engage with the games. Carlsen`s extraordinary achievement further solidifies his legacy as one of the greatest chess players in history, with his performance described as "incredible" by the champion himself.

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