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The two new chess superpowers have profited in Cyprus. India and Uzbekistan have a chance to dominate chess this year.
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Monday
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World Chess Weekly: Prince Sindarov On The Brink Of History As Gukesh Finds Form In Menorca
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We are in awe of Javkohir Sindarov, who's dominating the Candidates. We really are. And so is Magnus Carlsen's wife apparently.
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Magnus Carlsen nearly quit mid-game at the GRENKE Classic in Karlsruhe. Not to his opponent. To the weather.
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