Sat 12th Dec

Guest of honour Viktor Korchnoi in discussion with Jimmy Adams

Petra Korchnoi

8 year old Elizabeth Ivanov makes the ceremonial first move for Magnus Carlsen

The large information desk in Olympia with staff on hand to help throughout the event

A determined look from Luke McShane

Kramnik and Adams fix their minds on the game ahead

Magnus in very good spirits today

A tense looking Ni Hua awaits a call to the stage

Howell and McShane analyse their drawn game in the VIP lounge

The giant set in the foyer is a favourite with the children

Flanked by the best players in the world in the foyer

With friendly games and analysis enjoyed in every corner of the conference centre

photos © Mark Huba