Sindarov Joins Nodirbek for Co-Lead at Tata Steel Chess Masters; Indians Struggle

• Javokhir Sindarov defeated India's Arjun Erigaisi in Round 11 of the Tata Steel Chess Masters 2026, joining Nodirbek Abdusattorov at the top with 7 points.
• Sindarov, playing with black pieces, overcame a strong challenge from Arjun Erigaisi to secure a crucial win in Wijk aan Zee.
• Nodirbek Abdusattorov drew with Jorden van Foreest, maintaining his lead but allowing Sindarov to catch up.
• Hans Niemann entered title contention, tying for second place with 6.5 points after beating Thai Dai Van Nguyen.
• Indian players faced a tough round, with Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu losing to Vincent Keymer and Gukesh Dommaraju drawing with Aravindh Chithambaram.

Why It Matters: Sindarov and Nodirbek co-lead Tata Steel Chess Masters after Round 11, while Indian players struggle.