The second and final match of the Speed Chess Championship Finals 2026 in London has concluded. After 27 games, Magnus Carlsen scored 11 wins and 8 draws, defeating Alireza Firouzja with a score of 15-12.

With this victory, Magnus Carlsen became a five-time SCC champion. Alireza Firouzja, along with Denis Lazavik, qualified for the Esports World Cup 2026, which will be held from August 11 to 15 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The Speed Chess Championship is a premier online/live hybrid, single-elimination tournament organized by Chess.com. Event features a Match clock system with Blitz & Bullet games: 90 minutes of 5+1, 60 minutes of 3+1, and 30 minutes of 1+1. The SCC 2026 Finals takes place in London, UK on February 8.