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Boris Gelfand prevails in Leon

7/6/2021 – The 34th edition of the “Magistral Ciudad de León” took place online from June 30 until July 4. A 4-player knockout, the event saw Boris Gelfand beating Leinier Dominguez in the final match played on Sunday. Dominguez had defeated women’s world champion Ju Wenjun while Gelfand had knocked out Jaime Santos in the semifinals. | Photo: Amruta Mokal

Leon Masters Final: Gelfand vs Domínguez - Games and results

7/4/2021 – Boris Gelfand defeated Jaime Santos and is facing Leinier Domínguez in the final of the “Magistral de León”. Gelfand beat Dominguez in the final match. A 2-2 tie in the rapid games meant it would all come down to the blitz tiebreakers. After a draw in the first 5-minute game, Gelfand managed to convert a rook vs bishop endgame to get tournament victory. | Replay the games with computer analysis.

In July: Leon Masters with Gelfand, Dominguez, Esipenko and Santos

2/18/2021 – The traditional Spanish tournament in Leon is preparing a new star-studded lineup for its 34th edition, to be played on 8-12 July. The organizers intend to make it an over-the-board event if the sanitary situation allows it. If necessary, however, the tournament will take place online. The 6th edition of the International Open and the 2nd edition of the Invitational for Young Grandmasters will also take place.
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