Tan Zhongyi spoke about the upcoming match against Aleksandra Goryachkina

Chinese Tan Zhongyi named her opponent in the semifinals of the candidates tournament, Russian Aleksandra Goryachkina, one of the best chess players in the world.

“Aleksandra is one of the best chess players in the world. I would say that I will try my best to play every game well, it will be a very, very big test for me. But so far I am very satisfied and happy after today’s match,” – Tan Zhongyi said.

Tan Zhongyi beat Ekaterina Lagno with a score of 4.5:3.5 in the quarterfinals of the candidates tournament on Sunday in a tie-break. Aleksandra Goryachkina was stronger in her quarterfinals than her compatriot Alexandra Kosteniuk (2.5-1.5).