| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Chess Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 |
| Location | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia |
| Winner | Magnus Carlsen (Team Liquid) |
| Runner-up | Alireza Firouzja (Team Falcons) |
| Final Result | Carlsen won 4-1 (4 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss) |
| Tournament Format | Group Stage (GSL-style double elimination), Playoffs (single elimination), Finals (best-of-5) |
| Semifinals | Carlsen defeated Hikaru Nakamura (Team Falcons) |
| Prize Money | Carlsen: $250,000, Firouzja: $190,000 |
| Club Championship Points | Carlsen earned 1,000 points for Team Liquid |
| Key Highlights | Carlsen showcased mastery in both Blitz chess and esports, maintaining steady performance |
| Notable Feature | Live heart-rate displays highlighted player composure |
| Historical Context | Largest prize pool in competitive chess history, signaling esports' growing influence |
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