Caruana and Praggnanandhaa Set for Grand Chess Tour Finals Showdown

Fabiano Caruana and Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu have advanced to the final of the 2026 Grand Chess Tour Finals following their semifinal victories on Monday. Praggnanandhaa triumphed over Vincent Keymer with a score of 19-9, securing his win with four games remaining, while Caruana defeated Wesley So 18-12 in a closely contested match.

The finals will commence on Tuesday, starting from a clean slate. The first classical games will be played, with Keymer facing So for third place, where the winner will earn a spot in the 2027 Grand Chess Tour.

In their respective semifinal matches, Praggnanandhaa showcased strong performances, particularly in the rapid games, while Caruana maintained his lead through strategic draws and a decisive blitz game. Caruana aims to defend his title, while Praggnanandhaa seeks his first championship in this event.