Steven finished 6.5-0.5, conceding only one draw to Austin Tang in round 6. For full results, see the pairings and results page or the rating resport.
The Challengers Section didn’t finish up until Sunday, February 23, as the game between Robert Hecht and Ishaan Kodarapu was postponed. Ishaan entered the last game a half point behind Robert Fisette, so the tournament winner was still in doubt. Ishaan and Robert Hecht drew, so Ishaan and Robert Fisette are co-champions. Ishaan secures the slot into next year’s Championship section on tiebreaks.