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April 27, 2021 NHaselton Chess Lectures

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It’s Round 14 of the FIDE Candidates Chess Tournament coverage brought to you by Grip6!

The winner of the tournament will face Magnus Carlsen in the 2021 World Chess Championship.
This round is hosted by GM Robert Hess and IM Daniel Rensch!

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