Round 1 · 13 May 2026
A Dutch champion with bold opening ideas and the competitive streak that thrives in the sharp atmosphere of Wijk aan Zee and Bucharest.
A principled calculator with world-championship match experience, known for deep opening preparation and clean technical pressure.
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From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
e4g3MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Allows concrete threats
White gets the main benefit, but black's king faces more checks and king-zone pressure.
e4c3MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Loses the B on c3
White gets the main benefit, but white creates more concrete threats.