Round 3 · 27 May 2026
2935 Performance · 2 behind leader
A U.S. legend and endgame specialist, valued for immaculate technique, calm defense, and elite practical steadiness under sustained pressure.
3167 Performance · 1.5 behind leader
India's reigning world champion, combining lightning calculation with resolute classical play in the sport's highest-pressure moments.
From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
Playable moves worth considering here.
b4c3MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Complex tradeoff
Black gets the main benefit, but black creates more concrete threats.
c7c5MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Loses material
Black gets the main benefit, but black gets the healthier pawn structure.
f6d7MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Loses the c7 pawn
Black gets the main benefit, but black gets the healthier pawn structure.
e5c5MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.