[WraithLord]

yeah, I guess this is the only way. The method is somewhat annoying, well unless the winner makes it easier for rdonj by giving the province numbers of the 9 capitals he controls.

It also means that the players will not be able to know who controls more VPs or is closer to victory by the score graphs.
Are you sure you want to give up on this indication?- The alternative is relying on scouting and speculation. Theoretically, a player could go very close to victory undetected.
I'm not sure I like this side effect of going that route.