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Exclusive pictures from today, including drawing of lots, checking pieces, and lighting:
Photos from round 6: https://picasaweb.google.com/116302832360230031699/WorldCup20136
Over 18o photos from round 5: https://picasaweb.google.com/116302832360230031699/WorldCup20135
Over 175 photos from round 4: https://picasaweb.google.com/116302832360230031699/WorldCup20134
Over 330 photos from round 3: https://picasaweb.google.com/116302832360230031699/WorldCup20133
Over 260 photos from round 2: https://picasaweb.google.com/116302832360230031699/WorldCup20132
About 650 pictures from round 1 and opening ceremony: https://picasaweb.google.com/116302832360230031699/TromsoWC2013
Fun seeing K choosing pieces
Andreikin advanced to the final by drawing all but 1 of his classical games in 6 rounds, then winning the rapids. His strategy is clear – play for draws in classical, then try to win in rapid. Expect the same strategy vs Kramnik.