‘It’s madness’: Anand loses on time after declining draw against Sindarov; 20-year-old calls legend ‘world
BENGALURU: Viswanathan Anand’s difficult start to the 2026 Global Chess League took another turn for the worse on Tuesday as the five-time world champion suffered two defeats in a day, the second coming in painful fashion against 20-year-old Javokhir Sindarov.
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Viswanathan Anand's start to the 2026 Global Chess League has been difficult, with two defeats in a row.
Anand lost to Sindarov after declining a draw, with Sindarov calling Anand 'world-class' despite the win.
- Sindarov beat Anand again.
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- TOTimes of India (IN)Center
‘It’s madness’: Anand loses on time after declining draw against Sindarov; 20-year-old calls legend ‘world-class’
- CNBCCNBCCenter
GCL: Carlsen, Firouzja in thrilling draw, Sindarov beats Anand again
- Zamin.uzZZamin.uzCenter
Sindarov brings Anand to his knees again: now a decisive duel...
- TTThe TimesCenter
‘It’s madness’: Anand loses on time after declining draw against Sindarov; 20-year-old calls legend ‘world-class’
Why it matters
Anand's performance in the league
- Anand's next match in the 2026 Global Chess League
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