Matthias Blübaum

Matthias Blübaum is a German chess grandmaster currently participating in the World Chess Candidates Tournament. He is newsworthy due to his participation in this prestigious tournament, which determines the challenger for the World Chess Championship. While considered an underdog, with his own estimated chances of winning at only 1-2% and his coach giving him a 3% chance, Blübaum is generating significant buzz, particularly on social media, where the hashtag #GreatBluebaumSweep has emerged, fueled by optimistic (and likely ironic) predictions of his dominance. Despite being an outsider, he is also described as a potentially dangerous opponent. His performance in the tournament is being closely watched, even though his chances of winning and challenging for the world title are considered slim.