The young German grandmaster went undefeated throughout the 2025 Chess Grand Slam Tournament, claiming the title and a massive $200,000 prize. In the final round, Keymer faced GM Fabiano Caruana and secured the victory with a well-played draw. His clever pawn sacrifice in the opening neutralized Caruana’s aggressive play, showcasing his incredible strategic skills.
Here’s a quick look at the final standings and prize money for the top eight players:
| # | Player | Prize Money | Grand Slam Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vincent Keymer | $200,000 | 25 |
| 2 | Fabiano Caruana | $140,000 | 18 |
| 3 | Magnus Carlsen | $100,000 | 15 |
| 4 | Javokhir Sindarov | $60,000 | 12 |
| 5 | Hikaru Nakamura | $50,000 | 10 |
| 6 | Nodirbek Abdusattorov | $40,000 | 8 |
| 7 | Alireza Firouzja | $30,000 | 6 |
| 8 | Gukesh Dommaraju | $20,000 | 4 |
Keymer’s performance was nothing short of amazing. With an incredible 96.4% accuracy in his games, he proved why he’s one of the best in the world. After the final match, he said,“I’m really, really happy with the game itself. It was quite high-level, and I’m glad I didn’t need to go to tiebreaks!”
Who Is Vincent Keymer? The Chess Prodigy Taking Over the World
Vincent Keymer isn’t just a grandmaster—he’s a chess prodigy who has been making headlines since he was a kid. Born on November 15, 2004, in Mainz, Germany, Keymer learned chess from his parents at the age of five. By the time he was ten, he was already being called Germany’s greatest chess talent since Emanuel Lasker.
Keymer’s rise to the top has been nothing short of spectacular. At just 13 years old, he won the Grenke Chess Open ahead of 49 grandmasters, achieving his first grandmaster norm with a performance rating of 2798—a record for under-14 players. In 2020, he became the youngest German grandmaster in history, and he hasn’t looked back since.
Keymer’s Key Achievements
Keymer’s career is already packed with incredible accomplishments. Here are some of the highlights:
At just 20 years old, Vincent Keymer’s career is only just beginning. With his recent victory at the Weissenhaus Freestyle Chess Grand Slam, he has proven that he can compete with and defeat the very best such as beating the chess giants like Magnus, Caruana, Hikaru, and the current world champion Gukesh.
As he continues to grow and gain experience, there’s no doubt that Keymer will remain a dominant force in the chess world for years to come.
Vincent Keymer is more than just a chess player—he’s a symbol of talent, hard work, and the relentless pursuit of greatness. Keep an eye on this rising star as he continues to make history!