Nodirbek Abdusattorov is the Champion of Prague Masters 2026! After winning the Masters in 2024, Nodirbek wins it again this year - he is the only two-time Masters Champion in the history of Prague International Chess Festival.
Nodirbek made a draw in the final round against Hans Niemann today with the White pieces. The only player who could catch up with him was Jorden van Foreest, but Parham Maghsoodloo defeated him in the final round, sealing Nodirbek's tournament win with 6/9 points, a full point ahead of the field!
Nodirbek Abdusattorov continues his tremendous form in 2026. He won Tata Steel Masters 2026, finished 3rd in the FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship, and now has won Prague Masters 2026! Huge congratulations to the Uzbek star, who is now World no.4 and 2780.3 in live ratings.
Graphic: Anmol Bhargav
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