The chess world is abuzz as FIDE announces two new 'World Championship' tours. Freestyle Chess CEO Jan Henric Buettner weighs in on the rivalry, execution challenges, and potential for coexistence. Read the full analysis.
American players Wesley So and Carissa Yip clinched the open and women's titles at the Tata Steel Chess India blitz event in Kolkata. Read about their dramatic victories and the tournament highlights.
Arjun Erigaisi began the Tata Steel Chess India Blitz with five consecutive victories, outwitting Viswanathan Anand and Wei Yi in Kolkata. Read how the 'calm boy' turned into a destructive beast over the board.
American GM Wesley So clarifies the controversial draw with R Praggnanandhaa at Tata Steel Chess India Rapid. Nihal Sarin wins title, dedicating victory to late grandfather. Details inside.
Nihal Sarin clinched the Tata Steel India Rapid chess title, dedicating the emotional win to his late grandfather who introduced him to the game. Read the full story.
Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin clinched the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid 2026 crown in Kolkata, dedicating his emotional victory to his late grandfather who taught him the game. Read his inspiring story.
Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin triumphs at Tata Steel Chess India Rapid, defeating legend Vishwanathan Anand in final blitz tiebreak. He dedicates emotional victory to his late maternal grandfather.
Viswanathan Anand and Arjun Erigaisi's epic clash revived the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid and Blitz in Kolkata. Read how the veteran and the young gun delivered chaos and a miraculous draw.
A dramatic last-second incident at the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid in Kolkata leads to a debated draw for R Praggnanandhaa against Wesley So, sparking controversy among arbiters.
Viswanathan Anand recovered from a loss to win two games, joining Nihal Sarin atop the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid standings. Kateryna Lagno leads the women's section.
Magnus Carlsen's visible frustration at the World Rapid and Blitz Championships in Doha has ignited a debate on sportsmanship and his influence on young players. Read the full analysis.
Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand shares the lead at the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid event after a strong opening day. Get the full results and highlights here.
World No.1 Magnus Carlsen heaps praise on Argentina's 12-year-old chess sensation Faustino Oro, the 'Messi of Chess,' and offers advice on his path to becoming the youngest grandmaster. Read the full story.
Discover how Kolkata became the nerve centre of world chess. The story of Tata Steel Chess India, from its roots in a 1938 Dutch village to a premier rapid & blitz tournament. Starts Jan 7.
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.
13-year-old Aayaan Gupta triumphs at the Chandigarh State Chess Championship 2024. Discover how the young prodigy secured victory and what's next for him.
Kazakhstan's Bibisara Assaubayeva clinched her third Women's World Blitz chess title in Doha. Her main goal, however, was securing a spot in the Women's Candidates tournament in Cyprus. Read the full story.
Arjun Erigaisi's historic double bronze at the 2025 World Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships in Doha could change perceptions of India's weakness in shorter formats. His ex-trainer believes more elite invitations are key to gold.
India's young Grandmaster Raunak Sadhwani opens up about financial hurdles, rating loss, and the high cost of coaching in professional chess. Read his exclusive interview and future plans.
Magnus Carlsen dominates in Doha, winning the World Rapid and Blitz chess titles for a historic fifth double. The 35-year-old's 20th world crown cements his legendary status. Read his incredible journey.
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi clinched bronze at the FIDE World Blitz Chess Championship in Doha. PM Narendra Modi congratulated him, highlighting his inspiring journey and dual bronze medals in rapid and blitz formats.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi for winning bronze at the FIDE World Blitz Chess Championship in Doha. This historic win follows his rapid chess bronze, marking India's rising dominance in global chess.
Magnus Carlsen secures a historic 9th World Blitz Chess Championship in a dramatic comeback. Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi wins bronze. Full story inside!
Indian GM Arjun Erigaisi clinched the World Blitz Chess bronze medal in Doha after a dominant run ended in semifinal heartbreak. Magnus Carlsen won a record ninth title. Read the full story.
Magnus Carlsen extends his record with a 9th World Blitz Chess Championship. Indian GM Arjun Erigaisi wins bronze, matching Viswanathan Anand's feat. Read the full story.
Magnus Carlsen extends his dominance with a 9th World Blitz Chess title. India's Arjun Erigaisi wins a historic bronze, joining Viswanathan Anand in an elite club. Read the full story.
Magnus Carlsen staged a stunning comeback to win his 9th World Blitz Chess Championship in Doha. India's Arjun Erigaisi secured a bronze, ending the year with two medals. Read the full story.
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi clinched bronze medals in both Rapid and Blitz events at the World Championships in Doha, matching a feat last achieved by Viswanathan Anand. Read his inspiring journey.
Chess champion Magnus Carlsen faces severe criticism after angrily slamming the table following a shock loss to India's Arjun Erigaisi at the FIDE World Blitz Championship 2025 in Doha. Fans call it disgraceful behaviour.
World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen lost a crucial game by forfeit at the FIDE World Blitz Championship 2025 after accidentally knocking over pieces. The incident hurt his title chances. Read the full details here.