Viswanathan Anand Supports Cyprus as FIDE Candidates Host Amidst West Asia Conflict

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Anand Defends Cyprus as FIDE Candidates Host Amid West Asia Tensions

Viswanathan Anand (Norway Chess/X)

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News18•16-03-2026, 23:27

Anand Defends Cyprus as FIDE Candidates Host Amid West Asia Tensions

•Viswanathan Anand defends Cyprus as host for the FIDE Candidates Tournament despite concerns over West Asia conflict.
•Cyprus's proximity to the Gulf conflict raised security concerns, with Koneru Humpy reportedly considering withdrawal.
•Anand, FIDE Vice-President, assures a high-quality venue and preparations, stating everything was set months ago.
•R Praggnanandhaa, the lone Indian in men's Candidates, experienced a dip in form after an intense 2025 campaign.
•Anand believes Praggnanandhaa is motivated and might be mentally peaking for the tournament despite a recent slowdown.

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