(26th September 2016) - The pairings for this year’s London Chess Classic, which is fast approaching, have been published. Unlike last year, there was no need for a draw: In order to ensure an even distribution of colours over the whole Grand Chess Tour 2016, the pairings are the reverse of the Sinquefield Cup, meaning LCC wildcard Michael Adams gets St Louis wildcard Ding Liren’s pairings in reverse. 

London Chess Classic 2016 Standings & Results

Maxime Vachier-Lagrave

(23rd August 2016) - The 10th and last player to join the line-up of the 8th London Chess Classic is none other than  England’s number one, Michael Adams. The Cornishman has been the country’s leading player since 1999 and was once ranked number 4 in the world.