UzChess Cup: Yakubboev beats Abdusattorov, Rapport beats Praggnanandhaa

Round six of the UzChess Cup featured two decisive games that reshaped the standings ahead of the final three rounds. Nodirbek Yakubboev defeated former sole leader Nodirbek Abdusattorov in a 132-move endgame battle, while Richard Rapport beat Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu with a sharp sacrificial attack. As a result, Abdusattorov, Arjun Erigaisi and Parham Maghsoodloo now share the lead on 4/6 points, with Maghsoodloo set to face Abdusattorov in round seven. | Photo: sports.uz