21 March 2016
Vishy Anand Catches The Leader
Nine rounds of the candidates tournament are in the books.
In the 9th round of the candidates tournament in Moscow, Vishy Anand defeated Levon Aronian in a lengthy battle. Nakamura-Karjakin, Topalov-Svidler, and Giri-Caruana were drawn.
Standings after 9 rounds:
Karjakin, Anand 5.5
Caruana, Aronian 5
Giri 4.5
Svidler 4
Nakamura 3.5
Topalov 3
March, 22 is a rest day. Round 10 pairings: Svidler-Nakamura, Karjakin-Giri, Caruana-Anand, Aronian-Topalov.
