The prestigious Candidates Tournament in Cyprus is getting more and more intense, and the talented grandmaster from Uzbekistan, Jawohir Sindarov, is distinguished by his stable and reliable play.
In the 10th round, he defeated the strong Indian opponent Rameshbabu Pragnanandha with white pieces, achieving another important victory. This result had a great impact not only on the tournament table, but also on Sindarov's moral superiority.
After this victory, Jawohir gained 8 points after 10 games, further strengthening his lead. He is currently two points ahead of his closest rivals, which is a very important advantage with 4 rounds remaining in the tournament.
For information, the 11th round matches will be held on April 11. In it, Sindarov will play against the experienced American grandmaster Fabiano Caruana, who plays the black pieces. This confrontation is expected to be one of the most interesting and decisive matches of the tournament.
In this tournament, the prize fund of which is 700 thousand euros, every move, every decision is of great importance. Sindarov, with his cool-headed and calculated play, shows that he is a serious contender for the championship. Fans are watching his further moves with great hope and excitement.
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