Armenian Grandmaster Levon Aronian in 9th round of the Grand Prix tied with the French player Etienne Bacrot. Kamsky - Leko play ended with a draw, allowing the Hungarian grandmaster, gaining 6 points to retain the advantage in 1 point against Aronyan.

Etienne Bacrot and Gat Kamsky in 9 rounds, scored respectively 4.5 and 3.5 points.

Rest plays of the 9th round continue.