Nihal Sarin wins President Cup in Tashkent for a second year in a row

Nihal Sarin claimed a convincing victory at the Masters Tournament at the 4th President Cup in Tashkent, finishing on 7/9 and securing first place with a round to spare. A final-round win underlined his dominance, as he ended two points clear of the field. The tournament continued Nihal’s strong run in Uzbekistan and brought a notable rating gain, as he concluded the event with a sensational 2836 TPR. | Photo: Uzbek Chess Federation