Round 2 · 26 Feb 2026
2754 Performance · 0.5 behind leader
A young American grandmaster with fearless initiative, sharp opening research, and the competitive nerve to punch above his rating in elite fields.
2551 Performance · 1 behind leader
An Indian grandmaster with creative, uncompromising style — willing to stir complications when the position calls for chaos.
Lifetime FIDE classical score unavailable (missing FIDE ID or cache not warmed).
From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
f7g6MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
White king under attack
Black gets the main benefit, but black leaves more threats behind.
Playable moves worth considering here.
c5c2MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.