Round 8 · 4 Mar 2026
2615 Performance · 3 behind leader
India's reigning world champion, combining lightning calculation with resolute classical play in the sport's highest-pressure moments.
2698 Performance · 1.5 behind leader
Germany's standard-bearer and fresh super-tournament winner, blending modern opening depth with patient technique and growing endgame confidence.
From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
Playable moves worth considering here.
e7d6MAIA 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.
e7f6MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Allows concrete threats
d8d6MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
d8c7MAIA 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.