Fifth game of the match for the world title. The Russian challenger Ian Nepomniachtch with the white pieces got a good opening position and it seemed that he was going to squeeze his rival, but an inaccuracy in the middlegame after a Spanish opening, made the Norwegian Magnus Carlsen manage to withstand the pressure of his opponent without big problems.
A very technical game that ended after 4 hours of play. Therefore, we are still tied, with a score of 2.5-2.5 in a very balanced and more strategic match than perhaps suits the challenger for the world title Nepo, but he is taking the initiative and making him look somewhat uncomfortable. current champion.
Tomorrow, rest day in Dubai, which will serve to prepare very well for the 6th game that will take place on December 3, where Magnus Carlsen will carry the white pieces. As always, the best live commentary can be followed from chess24 with GM David Antón, GM Pepe Cuenca and IM David MartÃnez from 13:30 Madrid time.
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