14 February 2016

Both Russians Win in Round 4 in Tehran

Natalia Pogonina is a sole leader.

In the 4th round of the FIDE Women's Grand Prix event in Tehran, Iran, both players from Russia celebrated victories. Natalia Pogonina defeated Nino Batsiashvili, while Valentina Gunina had her first victory after a disastrous start, beating Pia Cramling. 

Pogonina remains in the lead with 3.5 points. 

Standings:

Pogonina 3.5
Dzagnidze 3
Koneru, Ju Wenjun, Zhao Xue 2.5
Zhukova, Khademalsharieh 2
Dronavalli, Stefanova, Gunina 1.5
Batsiashvili 1
Cramling 0.5

Monday, February 15 is a rest day.