Deniz Su Aquamatch, one of the strongest candidates for the title won against Akdeniz Vida Metal with 6,5-1,5. One of the other favorites Hatay Metropolitan Municipality defeated Onur Koleji with 6,5-1,5 where Vasyl Ivanchuk made his debut in the league with a win against Nidjat Mamedov. Reigning champion Beşiktaş, defeated Kocaeli with 7,5-0,5. T.S. Alyans defeated Bogazici University with 5,5-2,5. Kayseri Şeker, another strong candidate for the title defated Taşduvar 5-3 while Turkish Airlines drew against Tarsus Zeka Chess Club. 1920 Maraşspor defated two-time title-holders ITU with 5,5-2,5.