Gukesh Suffers Setback at Tata Steel Masters, Erigaisi Draws

• World champion D Gukesh lost to Germany's Matthias Bluebaum in the ninth round of the Tata Steel Masters.
• Arjun Erigaisi was held to a quick draw by American Hans Moke Niemann, continuing his struggle in the tournament.
• Gukesh, playing with white pieces, opted for a Bishop's Opening but Bluebaum generated strong counterplay, leading to Gukesh's resignation on the 37th turn.
• Jorden van Foreest delivered the day's most impressive game, sacrificing a piece to defeat Vincent Keymer in just 26 moves.
• Gukesh and Erigaisi are both stuck on four points with four rounds remaining, while Nodirbek Abdusattorov leads with six points.

Why It Matters: Gukesh faced another defeat, and Erigaisi drew, highlighting their ongoing struggles at the Tata Steel Masters.