World Championship Challenger & FIDE World #4. Javokhir Sindarov won the 2026 Candidates Tournament with a record-breaking score, and will challenge Gukesh Dommaraju for the World Chess Championship title in November–December 2026.
Born December 8, 2005, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Javokhir Sindarov earned the Grandmaster title at just 12 years, 10 months, and 8 days — the second-youngest in chess history, behind only Sergey Karjakin.
Known for an aggressive, dynamic playing style and relentless preparation, Javokhir combines classical chess understanding with a fearless modern approach. Victories over Firouzja, Vachier-Lagrave, Nakamura, and Abdusattorov have made him one of the most dangerous competitors on the elite circuit.
A two-time Uzbek national champion and key member of the historic Olympiad gold-medal team, he represents the new wave of Uzbek chess excellence — while relaxing with CS2 and FIFA off the board.
2 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses through 9 rounds.
3rd (tied) · 4.5/9 · Round 9 of 9
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