30 July 2018
Shakhriyar Mamedyarov Strengthens Leadership in Biel
He defeats David Navara in round 7.
Photo: Official website
In the seventh round of super tournament in Switzerland, Shakhriyar Mamedyarov defeated David Navara, Peter Svidler outplayed Nico Georgiadis, while Magnus Carlsen and Maxime Vachier-Lagrave made a draw.
Standings after round 7:
1. Shakhriyar Mamedyarov - 5.5
2. Magnus Carlsen - 4.5
3. Peter Svidler - 4
4. Maxime Vachier-Lagrave - 3.5
5. David Navara - 3
6. Nico Georgiadis - 0.5.
Round 8 pairings:
Svidler - Carlsen, Vachier-Lagrave - Mamedyarov, Navara - Georgiadis.
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