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Javokhir Sindarov now leads the 2026 Candidates by two full points with four rounds to play. After grinding out a crucial draw in Round 9, he smashed Praggnanandhaa with a piece sacrifice in Round 10 for his record-breaking sixth win. In the Women's section, Vaishali Rameshbabu has broken clear of the five-way tie and now leads alone.
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