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Sindarov vs Gukesh: Historic World Chess Championship Clash Set

Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov has won the FIDE Candidates tournament, earning a shot at the world championship. He will face the reigning and youngest-ever world champion, India's D Gukesh, in a title match later this year. In the women's section, R Vaishali and Bibisara Assaubayeva remain in strong contention heading into the final round. The tournament also featured matches involving other top players like R Praggnanandhaa and Fabiano Caruana.

Key Points: Sindarov to Face Champion Gukesh for World Chess Title

  • Javokhir Sindarov wins FIDE Candidates
  • To face world champion D Gukesh
  • Gukesh is youngest ever world champion
  • Women's section sees tight race
  • Vaishali, Assaubayeva in contention
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FIDE Candidates: Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov to face D Gukesh for world title

Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov wins FIDE Candidates, sets up world championship match against India's reigning champion D Gukesh later this year.

"won the title unbeaten, with a round to spare - ESPN"

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Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov on Tuesday booked the title clash against world champion D Gukesh after securing the International Chess Federation Candidates title in the Open section after drawing his round 13 match-up against Dutch Anish Giri.

As per ESPN, Sindarov drew the match against Giri with black pieces.

The Uzbekistan chess player won the title unbeaten, with a round to spare, and the clash for the world championship will be held later this year.

On the other hand, in the women's section, R Vaishali bounced back from a loss, drawing her match with Tan Zhongyi with black pieces. This lifted her points tally to 7.5 and keeps her in contention for the world title. In the final round, she will play Zhu Jiner, whose match with Aleksandra Goryachkina is in progress, and Bibisara Assaubayeva, who also has 7.5 points with a win over Anna Muzychuk today.

Gukesh had made history back in December 2024, becoming the youngest world champion by securing the FIDE World Championship title, beating Ding Liren of China in Singapore at the age of 18.

In April, Gukesh made headlines by winning the FIDE Candidates Chess Tournament 2024, becoming the youngest challenger to Ding's world title.

Meanwhile, in other games at the FIDE Candidates 2026, R Praggnanandhaa drew against Fabiano Caruana and Divya Deshmukh faced defeat to Kateryna Lagno.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a chess fan living in Delhi, this is thrilling. The Candidates tournament is always so tense. Hats off to Sindarov for going unbeaten. But the real story is the Indian contingent – Gukesh, Vaishali, Praggnanandhaa. We are a superpower in chess now.
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Priya S
So proud of R Vaishali! After a loss, she didn't give up and is still in the hunt. The women's section is so close. Hoping she can pull it off in the final round. More power to our female grandmasters!
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Rohit P
A respectful point: while the focus is on the top, we must also support players like Divya Deshmukh who faced a tough loss. The journey is hard, and every experience counts. The federation needs to ensure consistent support for all our talents, not just the champions.
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Vikram M
Sindarov vs Gukesh will be a clash of the young titans! At 18, Gukesh has the weight of the crown, but the challenger has no fear. This is exactly what chess needs to attract the youth in India. Can't wait for the match later this year.
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Michael C
Following from Canada. The global chess landscape is shifting eastwards. Uzbekistan producing a candidate, India with the champion. It's fantastic for the sport's diversity. Gukesh's composure at his age is simply phenomenal.

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