The Masters group pits fourteen of the world's best players against each other in a round-robin tournament, and has sometimes been described as the "Wimbledon of Chess".
§ 01 · 14 players
2786 Performance
A young Uzbek grandmaster with sharp opening confidence and a direct, resourceful approach to dynamic positions.
2799 Performance
Uzbekistan's world rapid champion and Wijk aan Zee breakthrough winner, blending fearless calculation with patience in long classical fights.
2751 Performance
Germany's standard-bearer and fresh super-tournament winner, blending modern opening depth with patient technique and growing endgame confidence.
§ 02 · Round timeline
§ · Player lens
2722 Performance
Dutch chess's perennial contender, valued for creative opening ideas, rapid adaptation, and razor-sharp theoretical preparation.
§ · Games · 3–7–3 · 6 with highlights
