Fabiano Caruana

American GM

“I don’t feel relieved that it’s over. I didn’t feel like I suffered emotionally or anything like that at the end. Sadness… that would have appeared more if I had been very close to winning.

Javokhir simply played better, and to be honest, even if he didn’t, Anish played better as well. So, I can’t say I was super close.

I think I still have the level, and if things go well, I have a chance. But that’s always the case — everyone has some chance. Although it doesn’t seem like a high chance. Everyone is very capable, and everything should work out in your favor.

Can I have a dream run like Javokhir had here? I don’t know if I can go +6 in Candidates, but if I’m in good form, I could win the tournament. I’m definitely capable of it, but will it happen? I have no idea.”