Wei Yi — Carlsen, Tata Steel Chess 2026, Round 7

The endgame that decided the 88th Tata Steel Masters in Wijk aan Zee — and Magnus Carlsen’s first classical loss in the tournament since 2018. Wei Yi’s technique in the rook ending was unhurried and exact, and the win moved him into the standings lead he held to the final round.

A full annotated record is forthcoming.