The men's national chess team of Uzbekistan experienced its initial defeat at the home World Chess Olympiad held in Samarkand, losing 1.5 to 2.5 against Germany during the eighth round.
Javokhir Sindarov managed to secure Uzbekistan's sole full point by defeating Matthias Bluebaum on the second board, succeeding due to capitalizing on his opponent's errors and turning the game into a victory. Following eight rounds, Sindarov has accumulated 5.5 points from seven matches, maintaining an undefeated record at the home Olympiad with four wins and three draws. His participation and performance in international events, including this Olympiad, receive support from the National Bank of Uzbekistan.
The remaining matches were played against the host nation. On the first board, Nodirbek Abdusattorov achieved a draw with Vincent Keymer; although the German player held a superior position during the game, Abdusattorov successfully prevented a loss. Meanwhile, Nodirbek Yakubboev was defeated by Frederik Svane, and Shamsiddin Vokhidov lost to his brother, Rasmus Svane.
In Vokhidov's game, a critical mistake occurred on the sixteenth move. This error resulted in the Uzbek player losing an exchange, trading a rook for a minor piece. Despite continuing to fight until the fifty-first move, Rasmus Svane ultimately capitalized on his material advantage.
This loss to Germany marked Uzbekistan's first defeat in both the team competition and in individual games at the Olympiad. Prior to the eighth round, Germany was trailing the hosts by two team points, but this victory leveled the scores, bringing both teams to 14 points.
Germany had previously managed to defeat both the second and third teams of Uzbekistan.
Seven teams currently sit at 13 points: China, the Netherlands, Azerbaijan, the United States, India, Armenia, and France. Uzbekistan's second team also holds 13 points and is ranked tenth. Among the leading competitors, India and Azerbaijan concluded their matches with a 2–2 draw, while Armenia and the Netherlands also finished 2–2. The United States secured a win against Serbia with a score of 3.5–0.5, and China defeated Poland 2.5–1.5, mirroring France's victory over Iran with the same result.
Uzbekistan's second men's team achieved a 2.5–1.5 victory over England in the eighth round. Earlier in the tournament, this team had beaten Spain and drawn with France, despite having chances to win the latter contest.
Three games in the match against England ended in draws: Jakhongir Vakhidov shared a point with Michael Adams, Abdimalik Abdusalimov drew with Gawain Jones, and Mukhammadzokhid Suyarov drew with Luke McShane. Khumoyun Begmuratov secured the decisive point for Uzbekistan by defeating Daniel Fernandez.
Uzbekistan's third men's team suffered a 1–3 loss to Switzerland. Saidakbar Saidaliev was defeated by Sebastian Bogner, and Almas Rakhmatullaev lost to Li Min Peng. Bakhrom Bakhrillaev and Muhammadali Abdurakhmonov managed to draw their respective games.
Uzbekistan's women's team triumphed over the Netherlands 3–1 in the eighth round, advancing to sixth place. Afruza Khamdamova defeated Eline Roebers on the first board. Umida Omonova lost to Peng Zhaoqin, followed by a win for Nilufarkhon Imamkuziyeva against Machteld van Foreest. Guldona Karimova earned the fourth point with a victory over Anna-Maja Kazarian.
Other notable results among top teams included a 2–2 draw between India and Kazakhstan, and China's 2.5–1.5 win against Georgia.
Uzbekistan's second women's team lost to Cuba. After three games, the score stood at 0.5–2.5, while Madinabonu Khalilova's game was still ongoing. Nilufar Yakubbaeva and Asal Salimova lost their matches, whereas Marjona Malikova secured a draw.
Meanwhile, Uzbekistan's third women's team defeated Jamaica 3–1. Zilola Aktamova, Maftuna Bobomurodova, and Shokhina Ahmedova won their games, while Barchinoy Shokirzhonova was defeated.
