World Championship Game 5: Nepo wins model game, leads again

Following a disappointing defeat, Ian Nepomniachtchi scored a remarkable win to retake the lead at the World Championship match in Astana. Once the Russian gained the initiative, he played flawlessly, making the most of his superior minor piece. Ding Liren will get a chance to bounce back in Sunday’s sixth game, when he will have the white pieces for a third time in the match. | Photo: FIDE / David Llada