Ding Liren Back To World #2, Plans To Reach 30 Rated Games Needed

GM Ding Liren started a 12-game tournament in Hangzhou, China with three wins in two days, which brought him back to second place in the world rankings. According to the Chinese GM's upcoming schedule, he will reach the 30 rated games that he needs in time to be eligible for the Candidates Tournament.

World Class: Ding Liren

Chess by the Numbers

Some thoughts regarding r/chess's views on Ding Liren playing games to reach the minimum threshold necessary to qualify for the Candidates : r/chess

Chess by the Numbers

Ding Liren on his way to the Candidates : r/chess

The 2020 Candidates: Alexander Grischuk

Midtown Mates

Preview: FIDE World Chess Championship 2023

Some thoughts regarding r/chess's views on Ding Liren playing games to reach the minimum threshold necessary to qualify for the Candidates : r/chess

Palau Chess: June 2021

Norway Chess: Karjakin and Aronian score, Ding withdraws

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