Controversial tie-break regulations at the World Rapid Chess Championships in Doha denied K. Humpy a playoff chance despite tying for first. FIDE's CEO defends the differing rules for Open and Women's sections.
Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi finally clinched a World Championship medal, securing bronze at the World Rapid Chess Championship in Doha. Read his journey of resilience.
12-year-old chess prodigy Sergey Sklokin defeats reigning world champion Gukesh at FIDE World Blitz Championship 2025 in a stunning upset. Discover the story behind this historic win.
India's Under-16 chess team clinched a historic bronze medal at the FIDE World Youth Olympiad in Hungary. Led by IM Divya Deshmukh, the young squad defeated higher-rated opponents in a stunning display of talent.
Explore how retired UFC champion Luke Rockhold built a $3 million net worth through fighting, modeling, and media ventures. Discover his journey from judo to fashion week.
Explore Dolph Ziggler's WWE legacy, his championship wins, and the breakdown of his net worth, projected between $3 million and $12 million in 2025. Discover his ventures beyond wrestling.
Seven-year-old Pragnika Vaka Lakshmi, who won gold at the FIDE World Schools Chess Championship, received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2025 and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Discover her inspiring journey.
Goa's primary schools are introducing chess to combat educational stress and boost cognitive skills. Discover how this initiative is shaping young minds and creating future champions.
Roshan Meka's sports drama 'Champion' released to positive reviews but a slow box office start, collecting over Rs 2.75 crore on its opening day. Read the full report.
Champion, starring Roshan, is a compelling period drama set in post-Independence Hyderabad. Read our review on the film's historical backdrop, performances, and themes of resistance.
IM Ethan Vaz (Goa) and WFM Shubhi Gupta (UP) clinch the boys' and girls' titles at the National Junior Chess Championship 2025 in Jamshedpur. Get full results and highlights.
Hungary, a small nation with a giant chess legacy, faces a generational gap. Top GM Richárd Rapport discusses the past glory, sudden silence, and his mission to inspire a new wave of champions.
American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura, a Candidates contender, dismisses marathon study sessions. He champions 'work smarter, not harder' and prioritises content creation over traditional chess grind.
World Rapid Champion GM Volodar Murzin shares his love for India, its food, and chess culture in an exclusive interview. Read his thoughts on the Global Chess League and future ambitions.
Former NBA Slam Dunk champion Isaiah Rider, 54, faces arrest after missing court date in domestic case. His turbulent career serves as a cautionary tale. Read the full story.
The official trailer for the Telugu film 'Champion,' starring Roshan and Anaswara Rajan, is now live. Directed by Pradeep Advaitham, the video promises an exciting cinematic experience. Watch it here!
Harshal Amisar from RBI emerged champion at the 58th Suresh Khandekar Memorial Inter-Bank Chess Tournament in Nagpur. Read about the event and winners.
At 13, Raunak Sadhwani became India's youngest Grandmaster. Now 19, he reveals the costly struggle for coaching & sponsorships in pro chess. Read his exclusive story.
World Champion D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa, and Arjun Erigaisi reveal their grueling global schedules, where returning home feels like a rare holiday. Discover their relentless pursuit of chess glory.
Lando Norris clinches his maiden Formula One world title, answering his critics in style. The 26-year-old becomes Britain's 11th F1 champion. Read the full story.
The Global Chess League's 3rd edition in India introduces live commentary headphones for fans at the venue, aiming to make elite chess more accessible and engaging for new audiences.
Meet Aadya Singh, a 3-year-old nursery student from Noida, who has become the youngest player in chess history to secure an international FIDE rating. Discover her incredible journey and what's next for the prodigy.
Discover the stories of five unique Indian chess enthusiasts - a corporate honcho, a chocolatier, a filmmaker, a content creator, and a superfan - who are redefining fandom and fueling their passions through the game. Read their inspiring journeys.
Anaya Sharma, an 8-year-old from Hyderabad, clinched gold in the U-8 category at the Commonwealth Chess Championship in Kuala Lumpur. Discover her journey and ambition to become a world champion.
Olympic champion Abhinav Bindra addresses concerns about chess prodigy D Gukesh's performance dip, calling it a natural phase for athletes after major achievements. Read his expert insights.
Javokhir Sindarov becomes first Uzbek to qualify for Candidates after dramatic World Cup victory over China's Wei Yi. Read his inspiring journey from GCL disappointment to glory.
The FIDE World Cup final remains undecided after a 1-1 classical score. The champion will be determined Wednesday through rapid and blitz tie-breaks. Don't miss the thrilling conclusion!
Discover how China's unique chess ecosystem with national training camps propelled Wei Yi to FIDE World Cup success. Learn about their systematic approach to talent development.
10-year-old Indian-origin chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan wins women's first prize at UK Open Blitz Championships. Read about her incredible journey and records.
FIDE introduces a strict dress code for the World Rapid & Blitz chess. Fines for wrinkled clothing, unkempt looks & betting logos. Will Carlsen comply?