Candidates R9: Giri scores crucial win, now in sole second place (opens in new tab)

Anish Giri moved into sole second place at the Candidates Tournament in Cyprus after defeating Fabiano Caruana with the black pieces in Wednesday's ninth round. Leader Javokhir Sindarov was held to a draw by Matthias Bluebaum after missing winning chances, leaving him 1½ points ahead of Giri. The remaining two games were drawn, including a tense encounter in which Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu failed to convert a clear advantage against Wei Yi. | Photo: FIDE / Michal Walusza