I haven’t tallied my predictions so far, but let’s just say they haven’t been great. Still, one must persevere!

2024 Chess Open Candidates Round 5 predictions:

  • Alireza-Naka: 1/2-1/2
  • Gukesh-Abasov: 1/2-1/2
  • Vidit-Fabi: 1/2-1/2
  • Pragg-Nepo: 1-0

2024 Chess Women’s Candidates Round 5 predictions:

  • Zhongyi-Salimova: 1-0
  • Tingjie-Lagno: 1/2-1/2
  • Vaishali-Muzychuk: 1/2-1/2
  • Humpy-Goryachkina: 0-1