Nicosia GP: Anna Muzychuk scores three wins in a row, leads

Anna Muzychuk extended her winning streak to three games, strengthening her lead in the Cyprus Women’s Grand Prix with four rounds remaining. Zhu Jiner remains just half a point behind after drawing with Alexandra Goryachkina, now in third place. Zhu’s performance has already pushed her into the world’s top eight in the live ratings. Elisabeth Paehtz secured her first victory of the event, while the remaining games ended in draws. The players will enjoy a rest day before the competition resumes. | Photos: FIDE / Mark Livshitz