Bulgaria's Salimova Secures Draw Against Strong Russian Opponent in Candidates Tournament
In a captivating showdown at the Candidates Tournament for the World Chess Title, Nurgyul Salimova, the 20-year-old Bulgarian sensation, clashed with Russian veteran Kateryna Lagno in a fiercely contested match that ended in a draw.
The duel unfolded in Toronto during the final game of the tournament's first round, with Salimova showcasing her strategic prowess against the seasoned Lagno. Despite her loss in the previous round to Aleksandra Goryachkina, Salimova opted for an aggressive approach from the outset, launching a direct assault on Lagno's defenses....