Round 5 · 1 Mar 2026
2651 Performance · 1.5 behind leader
Grandmaster rated 2701 on the FIDE classical list — a regular in top round-robins and match events.
2696 Performance · 1 behind leader
Germany's standard-bearer and fresh super-tournament winner, blending modern opening depth with patient technique and growing endgame confidence.
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From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
e6g6MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Loses the n on c6
e6d5MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Complex tradeoff
Black gets the main benefit, but white's king faces more checks and king-zone pressure.
Playable moves worth considering here.
f7f6MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
g7g5MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.