grenke: Keymer and Niemann still perfect after five rounds

After five rounds in Karlsruhe, Vincent Keymer and Hans Niemann are the only players left on a perfect score at the grenke Freestyle Chess Open, setting up a direct encounter for the sole lead. Magnus Carlsen follows half a point behind, alongside five other players, after conceding a draw in round four. Two starting positions close to classical chess were seen on Saturday, but results remain varied, with long games, time pressure and a notable upset influencing the standings. | Photo: Nils Rohde / ChessBase