19-Year-Old Sindarov Makes History as Youngest FIDE World Cup Champion
19-year-old Javokhir Sindarov of Uzbekistan defeats China’s Wei Yi to become youngest FIDE World Cup champion, qualifying for 2026 Candidates Tournament.
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19-year-old Javokhir Sindarov of Uzbekistan defeats China’s Wei Yi to become youngest FIDE World Cup champion, qualifying for 2026 Candidates Tournament.
Chinese grandmaster Wei Yi advances to Chess World Cup final after dramatic semifinal win, qualifies for 2026 Candidates Tournament. Final match begins November 24 in Goa.