Round 8 · 25 Jan 2026
2738 Performance · 2 behind leader
Germany's leading grandmaster, known for disciplined classical technique, subtle maneuvering, and patient endgame grinding.
2687 Performance · 3 behind leader
The Czech Republic's leading player, valued for solid classical fundamentals and the calm technique to hold nerve in elite open tournaments.
Lifetime FIDE classical score unavailable (missing FIDE ID or cache not warmed).
From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
Playable moves worth considering here.
f1e2MAIA 2200
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f1c4MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
h2h4MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.