Sindarov Dominates Candidates Tournament as Indian Players Claim First Victories
Candidates chess: Sindarov motors on as Divya, Vaishali find first wins
Hindustan Times
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Javokhir Sindarov, a 20-year-old chess prodigy, continues his impressive run at the Candidates tournament in Cyprus, securing his fourth straight win and totaling 5.5 points. Meanwhile, Indian players R Vaishali and Divya Deshmukh achieved their first victories, adding excitement to the competition.
- 01Javokhir Sindarov leads the Candidates tournament with 5.5 points after four consecutive wins.
- 02R Praggnanandhaa drew against world No.2 Hikaru Nakamura, currently sitting at 2.5 points.
- 03Indian players R Vaishali and Divya Deshmukh both secured their first wins in the Women's Candidates.
- 04Ukrainian Grandmaster Anna Muzychuk leads the Women's Candidates with 4 points.
- 05Sindarov's performance is reminiscent of Veselin Topalov's historic run in the 2005 FIDE World Championship.
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In an extraordinary display at the Candidates tournament in Cyprus, 20-year-old Javokhir Sindarov has won four consecutive games, bringing his total to 5.5 points from six rounds. His latest victory came against Wei Yi, showcasing his strong preparation and tactical prowess. Sindarov's performance has drawn comparisons to Veselin Topalov's remarkable 6.5/7 at the 2005 FIDE World Championship. Meanwhile, R Praggnanandhaa, the only Indian competitor in the open section, managed a draw against world No.2 Hikaru Nakamura, who currently has 2.5 points. In the Women's Candidates, Indian players R Vaishali and Divya Deshmukh both achieved their first tournament wins, while Anna Muzychuk leads the standings with 4 points. The tournament continues to unfold with eight rounds remaining, and Sindarov's momentum poses a significant challenge for his competitors.
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Sindarov's impressive performance raises the profile of chess in India, inspiring young players and fans alike.
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