CCT Finals: Carlsen and Lazavik share the lead with 3/3
The 2024 Champions Chess Tour Finals kicked off in Oslo, featuring eight of the world’s top players battling it out over-the-board. With noise-cancelling headphones allowing the audience to react freely, the first day saw three rounds of round-robin action. Magnus Carlsen and rising star Denis Lazavik shone brightest, finishing undefeated to share the lead. Meanwhile, Levon Aronian endured a tough day, losing all three of his games. | Pictured: Levon Aronian and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave | Photo: Maria Emelianova / chess.com