My understanding is that over-the-board ability is only part of the formula. Having a good team and a good plan for preparation is also important, which requires financial support. I wonder how the candidates compare along that component.
That Russian weblink is all Greek to me. In any case, I think Kramnik can be beaten in this cycle. His age (only 35, but for chess considered beyond his prime) and health issues (chronic arthritis) could wear him down in longer matches. IMHO, Aronian is playing the best chess in the world right now, and at age 28 is considered to be at the peak of his career. So I look for Aronian to take out Kramnik and possibly even Topalov in the Final. By the way, count me in as one of those who would not be shocked if Kamsky beat Topalov in Rd 1.
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http://chess-news.ru/node/2382
Kramnik has hired Karjakin and Efimenko as his seconds. Pretty strong.
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