Player Profile: Javokhir Sindarov

Full Name: Javokhir Sindarov

Peak FIDE Rating: 2697 (May 2024)

Active Since: 2018 (became GM in 2018 at age 12)

Federation: Uzbekistan

Player Description:

Javokhir Sindarov, born on December 8, 2005, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, is one of the youngest players in chess history to achieve the Grandmaster title. He became a GM at the age of 12 years and 10 months in 2018, becoming the second-youngest Grandmaster in history at that time, and the youngest ever from Uzbekistan.

Sindarov is known for his calm, mature style of play far beyond his age, with an ability to handle complex positions under pressure. A product of Uzbekistan’s strong chess training system, he rose rapidly in both junior and senior international circuits, playing top board for the national team and helping them win gold at the 2022 Chess Olympiad in Chennai.

He has competed in elite events like the FIDE Grand Swiss, World Cups, and national championships. Still in his teens, Sindarov has already established himself among the strongest players from Asia and continues to rise in the global rankings with each tournament. His maturity, fearless attitude, and deep understanding of the game make him one of the most promising stars of modern chess.

Career Scorecard:

World Championship Cycle Appearances:

• FIDE World Cup: 2021, 2023

• FIDE Grand Swiss: Participant in 2021 and 2023 editions

• Regular in elite junior and open events

National Championships:

• Uzbek Youth Champion in various age categories

• Runner-up and top finisher in Uzbekistan National Championships

Olympiad Medals:

• Represented Uzbekistan in 2022 Chess Olympiad (Chennai). Played on Board 3, scored crucial wins, and helped Uzbekistan win the team Gold Medal

Tournaments Won:

• First Saturday GM Tournament (2018) – achieved final GM norm

• Abu Dhabi Masters (2022) – tied for first

• Asian Continental Team Championships – strong board performances

• Consistent top-3 finishes in elite open tournaments