In a crucial round eight of the Candidates Tournament held in Cyprus, Javokhir Sindarov further solidified his position at the top. Despite only securing a draw against Andrey Esipenko, Sindarov’s lead grew as his long-time closest competitor, Fabiano Caruana, suffered a significant loss to Hikaru Nakamura. Meanwhile, Anish Giri triumphed over Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu, a victory that propelled him into joint second place with Caruana. With just six rounds remaining in the tournament, Sindarov now boasts a comfortable two-point advantage over his nearest rivals.
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.