Round 9 · 21 May 2026
2793 Performance
Germany's standard-bearer and fresh super-tournament winner, blending modern opening depth with patient technique and growing endgame confidence.
2768 Performance · 0.5 behind leader
A Dutch champion with bold opening ideas and the competitive streak that thrives in the sharp atmosphere of Wijk aan Zee and Bucharest.
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From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
Playable moves worth considering here.
a8b8MAIA 2200
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d7b6MAIA 2200
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No longer: Nxe4 · net -2.20
d8c7MAIA 2200
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b7b6MAIA 2200
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