2024
Hans Niemann defeated the World Team assisted by AI, once again confirming his exceptional talent and strategy
And the winner is… Hans Niemann
The Hans Niemann vs. You event, held on November 13, 2024, at the Web Summit in Lisbon, captivated enthusiasts and casual chess players alike. Participants from all over the globe joined forces with AI to challenge Grandmaster Hans Niemann in a unique interactive match.
This historic event, organized by it.com Domains in partnership with World Chess and Web Summit, invited everyone to step onto a virtual chessboard and engage in a global battle of wits, breaking the world record of participants in a single chess game.
The game ended with Hans Niemann’s victory, proving the brilliance of one mind against thousands.
The match lasted a thrilling 42-minutes, keeping participants on the edge of their seats, and ultimately ending with Hans Niemann’s solid victory. Despite the World Team’s collective efforts and strategic input from AI, Hans Niemann showcased his exceptional skills, emerging victorious.
This event paid homage to chess legends like Garry Kasparov and Viswanathan Anand. Kasparov’s historic matches against the world and his iconic battle with IBM’s Deep Blue set the stage for blending technology and chess. Meanwhile, Anand’s record-setting game against 60K+ opponents showed the potential for large-scale participation. The Hans Niemann vs. You event continued this legacy by exploring new frontiers in collaborative strategy and AI integration.
Looking forward, this event signals a new era for chess where AI becomes an integral part of the game. It showcases how technology can enhance player engagement and accessibility, paving the way for more interactive competitions that unite players globally. The fusion of traditional chess with modern technology promises to redefine how we experience and enjoy this timeless game.