Round 8 · 25 Jan 2026
2834 Performance
Uzbekistan's world rapid champion and Wijk aan Zee breakthrough winner, blending fearless calculation with patience in long classical fights.
2707 Performance · 2.5 behind leader
Dutch chess's perennial contender, valued for creative opening ideas, rapid adaptation, and razor-sharp theoretical preparation.
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From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
b5b2MAIA 2200
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White king under attack
Black gets the main benefit, but black's pieces lose activity.
Playable moves worth considering here.
c5d3MAIA 2200
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Creates concrete threats
b5a5MAIA 2200
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b7f7MAIA 2200
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