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1. The winner of this tournament was determined by a scoring system not usually associated with chess. It is more in accord with which of the following sports?
2. This tournament hosted an extraordinary field of top players. This young Scandinavian grandmaster emerged at the top of the field to win first place. Who was declared winner of the tournament?
3. Which then current or former world champion placed second in the tournament? (hint: He hails from India)
4. In the very first round of the tournament, Vishy Anand played Hikaru Nakamura. In a game that went 74 moves, Anand had accumulated a two pawn advantage. What was the result of the game? (hint: Anand could not press his advantage.)
5. In one of the most exciting games in the tournament, played in the first round between two of the top grandmasters from England, Michael Adams vs. David Howell, Adams emerges with a spectacular win. How did the game end?
6. Which former chess world champion presented the winner's check and trophy to the winner of the tournament? His middle name is Kimovich.
7. A guest of honor appeared at the tournament to provide a simultaneous exhibition. He has never been the world champion, but he has vied for the championship on many occasions. He was born in Leningrad. Can you name him?
8. There have been many arguments as whether chess may be considered a sport. This question was explored by Don Riddell on which prominent news network?
9. In a field this strong, someone has to occupy the bottom position. Can you name the player who finished at the bottom of the cross table? (hint: He is from England)
10. This brilliant prodigy from England finished in a tie for second place. He was one of the two players to defeat the ultimate winner of the contest. Who is he?
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