Standings after 9 rounds:
1. Sasikiran 5.0
2-5 Topalov, Kamsky, Mamedyarov, Nisipeanu 4.5
6. Adams 4.0
Final round pairings:
Topalov, V : Sasikiran, K
Nisipeanu, LD : Mamedyarov, S
Adams, M : Kamsky, G
This is one of the most exciting finishes in a long time. 5 of the 6 players have a chance to win this event. Can Sasikiran hold off to win his first ever super event? Can Topalov, Kamsky, Mamedyarov and Nisipeanu catch up? What are your predictions?
Chess Daily News from Susan Polgar
Topalov and Kamsky will win and share 1st.
i like kamsky’s agression. hes turning some of these matches into street fights. thats what he needs to keep doing to beat these guys.id would have to pick topalov because of his talent. if topalov can stay away from bad moves no one can match his top gear.
Topalov will win the tournament.
Tied for 2nd place: Sasikiran, Kamsky, Mamedyarov and Nisipeanu. Last place for Adams.
I hope Sasikiran can win this tournament! That would be so cool!