Abdusattorov Claims London Chess Classic Crown
The London Chess Classic has concluded with a triumph for Uzbek grandmaster Nodirbek Abdusattorov, who delivered one of the most convincing performances in the event’s recent history. His dominant run secured the championship before the final round had even been played.
Abdusattorov opened the tournament with six consecutive wins, building a comfortable two point lead over the chasing pack. His steady and assured play allowed him to stay in full control of the standings from the first rounds through to the finish.
The decisive moment came in the penultimate round when he drew against Alireza Firouzja. The half-point was enough to guarantee him the title with one round still to go, underlining the scale of his advantage.
Key result:
- Six straight victories
- Two point lead over nearest rivals
- Early title secured with a draw against Firouzja
Kursiv also reports that Uzbekistan’s Javokhir Sindarov claimed victory at the Chess World Cup in Arpora, Goa on November 26. He became the youngest ever World Cup winner.
