So Slams FIDE's Political Titles, Calls Gukesh Official Champion
American chess star Wesley So argues FIDE's numerous world championships devalue the classical title held by India's D Gukesh, calling the governing body too political.
American chess star Wesley So argues FIDE's numerous world championships devalue the classical title held by India's D Gukesh, calling the governing body too political.
Magnus Carlsen was the sole chess player to earn over $1 million in prize money in 2025, amassing $1.5M. India's top earner Arjun Erigaisi pocketed $431,214, ranking 8th globally. Read the full breakdown.
Indian chess star D Gukesh withdraws from the Kolkata Rapid & Blitz tournament citing personal reasons. Nihal Sarin replaces him, but his absence dims the Anand vs. Ding clash. Read more.
World champion D Gukesh withdraws from Tata Steel Chess India 2026 in Kolkata due to personal reasons. Nihal Sarin replaces him. Details on the star-studded lineup inside.
World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju pulls out of Tata Steel Chess India in Kolkata due to personal reasons. Nihal Sarin replaces him. Tournament director calls it a big setback for fans.
Alireza Firouzja, once hailed as Magnus Carlsen's heir, misses the 2026 Candidates. We explore his decline in classical chess, his priorities, and what's next for the former prodigy. Read his full story.
2026 promises epic sporting drama: Can India's cricket teams defend crowns? Will Messi or Ronaldo claim a final World Cup? A look at the year's biggest events.
Discover the 5 powerful life lessons from chess prodigy Gukesh's journey. Learn about discipline, handling pressure, and balancing life for success. A must-read for teens and parents.
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.
World chess champion Gukesh Dommaraju suffers a shocking loss to 12-year-old FIDE Master Sergey Sklokin at the World Blitz Championship 2025 in Doha after a critical blunder under time pressure. Read the full analysis.
Vladislav Artemiev defeats world No. 5 Arjun Erigaisi and Magnus Carlsen in successive rounds to grab joint lead at World Rapid Chess Championship in Doha. Gukesh in joint third.
Koneru Humpy is in prime position to defend her Women's World Rapid title after Day 2 in Doha. Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi are the top-ranked Indians in the Open section. Follow the thrilling action.
World champion Gukesh D won four straight games to share the lead with Magnus Carlsen and Arjun Erigaisi after Day 1 of the FIDE World Rapid Championship in Doha. Follow the action.
Hungarian GM Richárd Rapport analyses the 2026 Candidates field, discusses Gukesh's historic win, and defends R Praggnanandhaa's experience. Read his insights on the Cyprus showdown.
World champion D. Gukesh heads to the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships in Doha with a relaxed mindset, aiming to experiment and enjoy. A strong Indian contingent, including Praggnanandhaa, is also in the fray.
Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh shares his relaxed mindset ahead of the World Rapid & Blitz Championship in Samarkand. Read his thoughts on pressure, preparation, and the upcoming Candidates.
19-year-old Divya Deshmukh's historic win at the FIDE Women's World Cup in Batumi makes her India's first female champion and an instant Grandmaster. Discover how she and other Indian talents are reshaping global chess.
The Global Child Prodigy Awards 2025 celebrated 100 brilliant minds under 15 at London's House of Commons. From chess champion Gukesh to kindness crusader Orion Jean, meet the kids reshaping our future. Discover their inspiring stories.
The Global Chess League's third edition in Mumbai saw the Pipers team win. Debutant Fabiano Caruana shined, while Gukesh described playing Vishy Anand as 'playing against God'. Read more.
Magnus Carlsen predicts R Praggnanandhaa as the third strongest contender for the Candidates tournament, behind Americans Nakamura and Caruana. Read his full analysis and forecast for the 2025 chess showdown.
Three-time world champion Hou Yifan wins both games with black pieces, leading Alpine SG Pipers to two crucial victories. Defending champions Triveni Continental Kings seal final berth. Read the dramatic penultimate day report.
D Gukesh defeated Alireza Firouzja in a brilliant match, but Triveni Continental Kings secured a narrow 7-6 victory over upGrad Mumba Masters in the Global Chess League. Read the full report.
World Champion Dommaraju Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi secured a crucial win for Alaskan Knights in the Global Chess League. Alireza Firouzja's perfect run leads Triveni Continental Kings to the summit. Get all Mumbai updates.
From chess records to turmeric exports, explore the 6 most intriguing and amusing questions from the UPSC CSE Prelims 2025 that tested logic, common sense, and out-of-the-box thinking.
For the first time, India's two World Chess Champions, Viswanathan Anand and D Gukesh, will face off at the Tata Steel India Chess from Jan 7-11. Don't miss this historic battle!
Viswanathan Anand defeats D Gukesh in a generational clash at the Global Chess League in Mumbai. The five-time world champion secured his first win, leading his team to a 12-3 victory. Read the full match report.
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.
Viswanathan Anand defeats world champion D Gukesh in a sharp Sicilian battle at the Global Chess League 2025. Ganges Grandmasters beat PBG Alaskan Knights 12-3. Read the full analysis.
Iranian-born Grandmasters Alireza Firouzja and Bardiya Daneshvar delivered stunning victories on Day 2 of the Global Chess League in Mumbai. Read the full match analysis and results here.
Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri shares insights on World Champion D Gukesh's contrasting personalities on and off the board. Read about their potential clash in the Global Chess League starting December 14 in Mumbai.