11 July 2016
Nepomniachtchi Seizes Lead In Danzhou
The Russian defeated Peter Leko in the 4th round.
In the 4th round of the supertournament in Danzhou, China, Ian Nepomniachtchi defeated Peter Leko, Ding Liren was stronger than Bu Xiangzhi, and Wang Yue defeated Wang Hao. Hou Yifan-Ivanchuk and Yu Yangyi-Harikrishna ended in draws.
Standings after round 4
Nepomniachtchi 3
Yu Yangyi, Bu Xiangzhi, Wang Yue 2.5
Harikrishna 2
Wang Hao, Hou Yifan, Ivanchuk, Ding Liren, Leko 1.5
In the 5th round Ian Nepomniachtchi faces Hou Yifan.
