Uzbekistan’s Javokhir Sindarov, a 19-year-old, became the youngest World Cup winner, securing a spot in the 2026 Candidates. India, hosting the event after 23 years, saw its 24 players fail to reach the top three qualifying spots. The article explores the knockout format’s challenges, home advantage pressures, and the impact of chess engines on creativity.
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