Sun. Apr 5th, 2026

Candidates R6: Sindarov Continues Dominance, Widens Lead to 1½ Points

Javokhir Sindarov maintained his remarkable winning streak in round six of the Candidates Tournament in Cyprus, securing a victory against Wei Yi with the black pieces and accumulating an impressive 5½ points out of 6. The 20-year-old now holds a commanding 1½-point lead over Fabiano Caruana, leaving the rest of the competitors significantly trailing. With the other three games concluding in draws, Sindarov stands as the undisputed frontrunner heading into the last round of the tournament’s first half.

By Connor Westbrook

Connor Westbrook brings his dynamic energy to Liverpool's sports scene, where he's been making waves in sports journalism for the past eight years. With a background in semi-professional football, he offers unique insights into the tactical aspects of the game.

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