At the end of 7 rounds of the Pardubice International Open Chess Tournament 2015, GM Viktor Laznicka is in the sole lead with a tally of 6.5/7. The only draw that he has made so far came against the Indian IM Diptayan Ghosh in the 7th round of this 9-round event. Close on Laznicka’s heels is the experienced GM Sergei Movsesian with a score of 6/7.
The 8th round promises to be a crucial one with Laznicka and Movsesian paired against each other. A win here for Laznicka would help him clinch the title with a round to spare while a victory for Movesesian would leave the field wide open.
Round 7 Results: Here