Round 18 · 9 May 2026
2725 Performance · 1.5 behind leader
France's longtime super-GM and former world #2, famous for deep Sicilians, volcanic complications, and punishing preparation.
2723 Performance · 1.5 behind leader
France's attacking spearhead and former world #2, known for razor-sharp preparation and uncompromising initiative in complex positions.
Round 2: 0-1 · Sicilian Defense: Kan Variation, Polugaevsky Variation. Read the annotated game →
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From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
Playable moves worth considering here.
g1f3MAIA 2200
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b1c3MAIA 2200
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d2d4MAIA 2200
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