Round 9 · 7 May 2026
2726 Performance · 2 behind leader
France's longtime super-GM and former world #2, famous for deep Sicilians, volcanic complications, and punishing preparation.
2751 Performance · 1.5 behind leader
A battle-hardened grandmaster with direct attacking instincts and years of experience at the world's sharpest team and individual events.
Lifetime FIDE classical score unavailable (missing FIDE ID or cache not warmed).
From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
d5e4MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Loses material
White gets the main benefit, but black's king faces more checks and king-zone pressure.
Playable moves worth considering here.
c4d4MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
d5d4MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.