Exchange of blows: how Sindarov and Gukesh’s first encounter unfolded ahead of title match

Uzbekistan’s chess player Javokhir Sindarov tied for 7th-9th at the Super Rapid & Blitz Poland in Warsaw, with attention focused on his games against reigning World Champion Dommaraju Gukesh. Indian grossmeister won the rapid, while Sindarov responded with two blitz wins ahead of their title match.

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**Sindarov and Gukesh Trade Blows in Warsaw Ahead of World Championship Match**

The 2026 Grand Chess Tour, a prestigious series of elite international chess tournaments,

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