Round 1 · 13 May 2026
France's longtime super-GM and former world #2, famous for deep Sicilians, volcanic complications, and punishing preparation.
Dutch chess's perennial contender, valued for creative opening ideas, rapid adaptation, and razor-sharp theoretical preparation.
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From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
a4a3MAIA 2200
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b5b4MAIA 2200
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Loses piece activity
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f6c3MAIA 2200
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d8f8MAIA 2200
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d8d1MAIA 2200
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b6a6MAIA 2200
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