Wesley So
2743 Performance · 1.5 behind leader
A U.S. legend and endgame specialist, valued for immaculate technique, calm defense, and elite practical steadiness under sustained pressure.
Round 24 · 10 May 2026
2743 Performance · 1.5 behind leader
A U.S. legend and endgame specialist, valued for immaculate technique, calm defense, and elite practical steadiness under sustained pressure.
2719 Performance · 4 behind leader
A seasoned Polish grandmaster and longtime elite second, combining solid opening understanding with the calm technique to grind top round-robins.
Round 15: 1/2-1/2 · Slav Defense: Modern Line. Read the annotated game →
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From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
Playable moves worth considering here.
d6e4MAIA 2200
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a2a3MAIA 2200
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d7e8MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Allows concrete threats
Black gets the main benefit, but white's king faces more checks and king-zone pressure.
g8f7MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.