Julier Baer Cup – Carlson beats Arjun Ericaisi to become champion | Julius Baer Cup: Indian GM Erigaisi goes down to Carlsen in final

New York: World champion Magnus Carlsen of Norway defeats Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erikaisi in the final of the Julier Baer Cup chess series.

The finals of the series, which were held online, were played over two days. On the first day, Arjun Erikaisi lost 0.5-2.5. In this case, the 2nd day’s match was held yesterday. There was a scenario in which Carlsen could win the championship if he ended a game in a draw.

However, Carlson won two games in a row. Carlson defeated Arjun Erikaisi in the 48th move of the first game and 52nd move of the 2nd game.