London Chess Classic. So in lead after 3 rds

So takes early lead !

American/Filipino star W.So has taken an early lead at the London Chess Classic, winning twice and drawing once.  So is now half a point ahead of three players, Aronian,Kramnik and Caruana.

(Aronian and So before start of 3rd round. A draw)

Topalov and Adams occupy the cellar, each with half a point. (The good news is that they still have to play each other!).

Former World Champion V.Topalov has had a depressing year chess-wise

Giri continues his drawing way, while Nakamura finally scores a win (at Anand’s expense) and is in the race for first prize! Also worth noting that this game was the 3rd round’s only decisive encounter….All the games can be downloaded HERE.  (Photos by Ootes)  Below are the pairings for the 4th round (Monday)

GAME SELECTION

Nakamura – Anand (Rd.3)

Topalov – Caruana (Rd.2)

So – Adams (Rd.2)