Mamedyarov, Shakhriyar

Azerbaijani grandmaster Shakhriyar Mamedyarov is a two-time World Junior Champion and 2013 World Rapid Champion whose bold, tactical style has carried him to a peak rating of 2820, making him the sixth-highest-rated player in chess history. A multiple Candidates Tournament participant and three-time European Team Champion with Azerbaijan, Mamedyarov is known for his fearless attacking play and willingness to create complications against anyone.