27 December 2017
Vladimir Fedoseev Leads the Race in Saudi Arabia
Aleksandra Goryachkina pursues leader in the women’s tournament.
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Rounds 5-10 of the King Salman World Rapid Championships among men and women were plated in Riyadh. Vladimir Fedoseev is leading the race in the open event with 8 points. Peter Svidler (both from Russia), Viswanathan Anand (India), and Wang Hao (China) are half a point behind. World Champion Magnus Carlsen is among those who are trailing by 1 point. Round 11 pairings
Ju Wenjun (China) maintains leadership in the women’s tournament with 8 points. Aleksandra Goryachkina (Russia), Elina Danielian (Armenia), and Nana Dzagnidze (Georgia) have scored 7.5 points.
Round 11 pairings
On December 28, the final 5 rounds will be played.
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