Vladimir Akopian moves down two places

Vladimir Akopian drew with Yuri Kuzubov of Ukraine in the 8th round of Dubai Open Chess Championship and slid down to 5th place with 6 points. Third-ranked Ni Hua of China has also scored 6 points. Miezis of Latvia and Sandipan of India share 1st-2nd places with 6.5 points each, the official website of Armenian Chess Federation reported.