Freestyle Chess: NBA Star Quinten Post Crowned First Ever NBA Chess Champion at Inaugural Chesstival

Golden State Warriors forward Quinten Post has claimed the title of first-ever NBA Chess Champion, winning the blitz tournament at the inaugural Chesstival, a unique crossover event co-hosted by Derrick Rose and Freestyle Chess at the Wynn Las Vegas. Post scored an impressive 4.5 out of 5, defeating several top basketball personalities in five fast-paced rounds. | Photo: Tania Sachdev and Quentin Post playing “Head and Hand” | Photo: Lennart Ootes/Freestyle Chess