Round 9 · 26 Jan 2026
2732 Performance · 1 behind leader
A Dutch champion with bold opening ideas and the competitive streak that thrives in the sharp atmosphere of Wijk aan Zee and Bucharest.
2715 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.
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From the crossroads before this move — engine and player perspectives.
e7e5MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Loses the f6 pawn
Playable moves worth considering here.
e7d8MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Complex tradeoff
Black gets the main benefit, but black's own king faces more checks and exposure.
c4c3MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Complex tradeoff
Black gets the main benefit, but black's material balance worsens by 1.00 pawns.
a8d8MAIA 2200
The Maia model estimates how often 2200-rated players choose this move from this position.
Creates concrete threats
Black gets the main benefit, but black's camp shows more pawn-cover holes than White's.