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This video presents the highlights from the fourth round of the 2026 U.S. Chess Championships. Viewers can watch key moments from notable matchups, including Paikidze versus Krush, Niemann versus Mishra, and Alice Lee versus Paragua. Chess enthusiasts following the national championship standings and competitive tournament games will benefit most from this recap.

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Highlights from the fourth day of U.S. Chess Championships 2026. Includes Paikidze vs. Krush, Niemann vs. Mishra, and Alice Lee vs. Paragua.

2026.10.12
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