Nodirbek Abdusattorov wins Tata Steel Masters with brilliant 9/13 score

The closing day of the 88th Tata Steel Chess Tournament settled both sections without the need for playoffs. In the Masters, Nodirbek Abdusattorov secured clear first place by defeating Arjun Erigaisi, finishing ahead of compatriot Javokhir Sindarov. Meanwhile, the Challengers title went to Andy Woodward, whose final-round win over Erwin l’Ami earned him a place in next year’s Masters, while Vasyl Ivanchuk also won and finished in sole second place. | Photo: Tata Steel Chess / Lennart Ootes