After five rounds of classical chess at the GM Triathlons, the final phase is quickly approaching. Le Quang Liem defended his lead in the Masters with a draw against Haik Martirosyan, while Praggnanandhaa kept his chances of qualifying for the final phase by beating Sam Shankland. In the Challengers, it seems clear who will progress to the final phase: Saleh Salem, Vaishali, Alexander Donchenko and Jonas Bjerre. | Photos: Biel Chess Festival