Goryachkina defeated Wenjun in the fifth game of the match for the chess crown

In Shanghai continues the match for the title of world chess champion between the current owner of the chess crown Chinese Ju Wenjun and contender Alexandra Goryachkina from Russia. In the fifth set, the Russian, playing white pieces, the first time was stronger than her rival.

Recall that in the fourth game, the Chinese came forward. Now the account in a match became equal – 2,5:2,5. The next meeting between Goryachkina and Wenjun will be held on January 12.

After the sixth party competition from Shanghai will move to Vladivostok, where he will continue to fight for the chess crown. All players will hold 12 parties. In the case of a tie, the final winner will be determined on tie-break.