Round 9 · 26 Jan 2026
2730 Performance · 1.5 behind leader
India's reigning world champion, combining lightning calculation with resolute classical play in the sport's highest-pressure moments.
2728 Performance · 1.5 behind leader
Germany's leading grandmaster, known for disciplined classical technique, subtle maneuvering, and patient endgame grinding.
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From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
Playable moves worth considering here.
h4g5MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Black king under attack
White gets the main benefit, but white's material balance worsens by 1.00 pawns.
b3b4MAIA 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.
a3a4MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Complex tradeoff
White gets the main benefit, but white's material balance improves by 3.20 pawns.
a5c6MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Loses material
e1c1MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Attack with a tradeoff
White gets the main benefit, but white leaves more threats behind.