Esports World Cup 2026 Chess Playoffs Underway in Paris

The playoff stage of the Esports World Cup 2026 chess tournament has begun in Paris. Arjun Erigaisi, Hans Niemann, Denis Lazavik, and Nihal Sarin advanced from the losers brackets, joining top players like Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura in the quarterfinals. This marks a significant phase for the prestigious esports event, setting the stage for high-stakes matches among elite chess competitors.