Javokhir
Sindarov

Fresh off an undefeated, record-setting triumph at the 2026 Candidates Tournament, Javokhir Sindarov sits at World No. 4 and is now preparing to challenge Gukesh Dommaraju for the World Chess Championship in Geneva this November.

Next Chess Game

Round 1 of 9
Sindarov
2747
VS
TBD
EventClutch Chess: Champions Showdown 2026
Date2026-10-27
Time12:00 CDT
FIDE ELO
0
World Rank
#4
GM Age
12y
2nd youngest ever
World Cup
Champion
01 // Bio

The Prodigy

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.

Player Profile
HandleGM Sindarov
Born08/12/2005
OriginTashkent, UZB
TitleGrandmaster
Classical2747
Rapid2725
Blitz2725
TeamQuestmind
02 // Wins

Achievement Unlocked

2026
FIDE Candidates Tournament Champion
Won the Candidates with 10/14, unbeaten with a round to spare, to become World Championship Challenger.
2025
FIDE World Cup Champion
Youngest World Cup winner in history and the first Uzbek champion, defeating Wei Yi in the final in Goa, India.
2025
Grand Swiss 2700+
Broke through the elite 2700 Elo barrier
2023
Asian Games Bronze
Individual & Team medals in Hangzhou
2022
Chess Olympiad Gold
Key member of Uzbekistan's historic gold-medal team at the 44th Chess Olympiad
2019
Grandmaster Title
Earned at 12 years, 10 months — 2nd youngest in history
03 // Timeline

Level Progression

2017
International Master title earned
2019
Grandmaster at 12 years, 10 months, 8 days
2022
Two-time Uzbek National Champion
2022
44th Chess Olympiad — Team Gold
2023
Asian Games — Bronze (Individual + Team)
2024
Qatar Masters — elite breakthrough
2025
FIDE Grand Swiss — crossed 2700 Elo
2025
FIDE World Cup Champion
2026
Candidates Tournament — won, World Championship Challenger
Upcoming

Clutch Chess: Champions Showdown 2026

Saint Louis Chess Club, Saint Louis, Missouri, USA · 2026-10-26 – 2026-10-30

04 // Updates

Latest News

rating
A 72-Point Gap Will Separate Them When Gukesh Faces Sindarov in the World Championship
FIDE's October rating list shows Sindarov at career-best 2782 (world No. 4), a 72-point lead over champion Gukesh ahead of their title match.
ChessBase IndiaRead →
interview
Javokhir Sindarov highlights growing popularity of chess in Uzbekistan
Sindarov says chess became one of Uzbekistan's most popular sports after the 2022 Olympiad win, citing government and public support.
Daryo.uzRead →
general
Gukesh vs Sindarov: The World Championship Countdown Starts Now
Preview piece recaps Sindarov's Olympiad gold, his year since the World Cup win, and his pre-match schedule including Clutch Chess in St Louis.
World ChessRead →
general
FIDE announces championship match between Javokhir Sindarov and Gukesh Dommaradju
FIDE reminded fans via social media of match details: Sindarov vs Gukesh for the world crown in Geneva, Nov 24-Dec 12.
Zamin.uzRead →
tournament
Knight to October 8: Saint Louis to host America's chess elite
Saint Louis announces month of chess, ending with Clutch Chess: Champions Showdown Oct 27-29 featuring Sindarov.
ChessBaseRead →
rating
FIDE Ratings - October 2026
Olympiad results boost Uzbek stars; Sindarov climbs to 4th, closing gap to Caruana to two rating points.
ChessBaseRead →
View all news →
05 // Reach Out

Contact

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