Round 9 · 5 Mar 2026
2705 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.
2680 Performance · 2 behind leader
Grandmaster rated 2689 on the FIDE classical list — a regular in top round-robins and match events.
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From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
f1d1MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Allows concrete threats
Playable moves worth considering here.
a5b3MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Allows concrete threats
White gets the main benefit, but black's king faces more checks and king-zone pressure.
c1f4MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Allows concrete threats
White gets the main benefit, but black's king faces more checks and king-zone pressure.