Abdusattorov upbeat ahead of home Olympiad
Nodirbek Abdusattorov said he was upbeat about the Olympiad being played at home. The former World rapid champion admits being under pressure for the showpiece but believes the squad is capable of going the distance; says he will help Sindarov prepare for the World championship match against Gukesh in Geneva from November 25 to December 15.
Abdusattorov’s comments came as attention turns to the high-profile team event on home soil and to an upcoming individual title confrontation in Geneva. He holds the World rapid champion title and has spoken openly about the expectations that attend competing at a major event in front of a home crowd. The schedule for the World championship match is set for November 25 to December 15 in Geneva, where Sindarov will face Gukesh. Abdusattorov confirmed his intention to assist Sindarov’s preparation for that contest.
The former World rapid champion acknowledged the weight of expectation that accompanies hosting the Olympiad, saying the pressure is real while expressing confidence in the collective ability of his team. He indicated that despite the nerves that come with a home fixture, the squad has the depth and resilience to challenge through the event. That combination of admitted pressure and belief in the team framed his public remarks ahead of the tournament.
Abdusattorov’s commitment to support Sindarov for the World championship match in Geneva underscores a focus on preparation for top-level individual competition as well as the team campaign. The World championship encounter, scheduled from November 25 to December 15, will pit Sindarov against Gukesh. Abdusattorov said he would be involved in helping Sindarov prepare for that period in Geneva.
His dual emphasis on team prospects at the home Olympiad and on assisting a compatriot in an imminent World championship match highlights a busy lead-up to both events. Abdusattorov framed the circumstances as challenging but manageable, reiterating faith in the squad’s ability to perform under the spotlight. The announcement links the home Olympiad campaign with targeted support for Sindarov’s Geneva assignment.
Abdusattorov’s statements leave clear signals about his priorities: manage the pressure of a home Olympiad and provide hands-on support to Sindarov for the World championship match against Gukesh in Geneva from November 25 to December 15. He conveyed optimism about the team’s prospects while acknowledging the demands of the upcoming fixtures.