World Chess Championship 2026: Javokhir Sindarov (UZB) wins the match against Gukesh Dommaraju (IND) and becomes new World Champion (match 23 November – 17 December 2026, confirmed by FIDE)
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Published on 27. July 2026
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Predicted for 17. December 2026
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Based on: Statistical Pattern
Polymarket gives Sindarov 67%; OLBG odds (4/11, implying ~73%) confirm market convergence. Sindarov (age 20, UZB) won the Candidates Tournament with 10/14 points (unbeaten) and climbed to FIDE top 5 with a 30+ Elo gain. Gukesh Dommaraju (defending champion, IND) holds 2/1 odds. The match is provisionally scheduled for 23 November – 17 December 2026. Sindarov's classical game form, youthful energy, and Candidates dominance make him the clear market and expert favourite.
Data basis for this prediction
- Polymarket: '2026 World Chess Championship Winner – Sindarov 67%', $29k Handelsvolumen (27. Juli 2026)
- OLBG.com: 'Chess World Championship 2026 Odds: Sindarov 4/11 Favourite To Dethrone Gukesh' (2026-07)
- Polymarket: World Chess Championship Game 11 / Game 12 individual markets (aktive Märkte, 2026-07)
- FIDE: Candidates Tournament 2026 – Sindarov 10/14, Top-5-Elo-Sprung (2026)
Verdict: Pending
This prediction is still open. It will be evaluated automatically against real-world sources after its due date.
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