World Cup Highlights Donchenko, Martinez, Shankland, and Esipenko Triumph in Thrilling Victories

18 Nov 2025 | Category: Sports

Eight players now remain in contention at the FIDE World Cup in Goa, where Sunday's round-of-16 tiebreaks completed the quarterfinal lineup. Alexander Donchenko, Jose Martinez, Sam Shankland (pictured) and Andrey Esipenko advanced alongside earlier qualifiers, ensuring a diverse field in which no participant has yet played in a Candidates Tournament. With seven nations represented and three coveted Candidates places at stake, the knockout event enters its decisive phase on Monday. | Photo: Eteri Kublashvili

On to the quarterfinals
Sixteen days have passed since the start of the event - including one rest day - and only eight participants remain in contention at the FIDE World Cup in Goa. Sunday's round-of-16 tiebreaks completed the lineup for the decisi...

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