Women's Candidates

In round 12 of the 2026 Women's Candidates Tournament in Cyprus, India's R Vaishali lost to China's Zhu Jiner, leaving both tied at seven points with two rounds remaining. The title race is now wide open. Fellow Indian Divya Deshmukh also lost her match.

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Every game in round two of the 2026 FIDE Candidates Tournament and Women's Candidates ended in a draw, leaving the standings unchanged. Dramatic escapes marked the women's section, with sacrifices saving Kateryna Lagno and Vaishali Rameshbabu from defeat. Leaders Fabiano Caruana, Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu, and Javokhir Sindarov hold their positions ahead of Tuesday's round three.