FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship Announced
FIDE and Freestyle Chess end feud to host a joint World Championship in Weissenhaus. Magnus Carlsen, Arjun Erigaisi among six qualified. $300,000 prize pool.
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Carlsen's High Praise for 12-Year-Old Chess Prodigy Faustino Oro
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.
Russian Chess Exits World Top 20 for First Time Since 1971
Ian Nepomniachtchi's exit from the world's top 20 marks a historic low for Russian chess. Explore the decline of the Soviet chess empire and the rise of new powers like India and China.
13-Year-Old Aayaan Gupta Wins Chandigarh State Chess Championship
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.
GM Raunak Sadhwani Reveals Financial Struggles in Chess
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.
Carlsen Wins World Rapid & Blitz, Claims 20th World Title
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.
Fabiano Caruana's Chess Journey to World No. 2
Explore the inspiring journey of chess grandmaster Fabiano Caruana, from youngest US GM to World Championship challenger and 5-time US champion. Discover his records and legacy.
Arjun Erigaisi Wins Bronze at FIDE World Blitz Chess
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.
Carlsen wins 9th World Blitz title, Arjun Erigaisi bronze
Magnus Carlsen secures a historic 9th World Blitz Chess Championship in a dramatic comeback. Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi wins bronze. Full story inside!
Arjun Erigaisi wins World Blitz Chess bronze in Doha
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.
Carlsen wins 9th Blitz title, Erigaisi takes bronze in Doha
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.
Carlsen's 'Shameful' Table Slam Sparks Fan Backlash
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.
Carlsen loses by forfeit after knocking pieces in Doha
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.
Carlsen loses by forfeit after knocking over pieces in Doha
World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen lost a crucial game by forfeit at the FIDE World Blitz Championship 2025 in Doha after accidentally knocking over pieces. The incident hurt his title chances. Read the full details here.
Unequal FIDE Rules Deny Humpy Chess Gold in Doha
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.
Mahindra hails Erigaisi's composure after Carlsen's reaction
After Magnus Carlsen's viral table slam at the World Blitz Chess Championship, Anand Mahindra applauds Indian GM Arjun Erigaisi for his impeccable grace and sportsmanship in victory. Read the full story.
Arjun Erigaisi wins World Rapid Chess bronze, emulates Anand
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 Prodigy Beats World Chess Champion Gukesh
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 Young Chess Stars Win Bronze at World Youth Olympiad
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.
Arjun Erigaisi defeats Magnus Carlsen in Blitz chess
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi defeats World No.1 Magnus Carlsen in a dramatic FIDE World Blitz Championship game in Doha. Read the full story of this stunning upset.
7-Year-Old Chess Prodigy Wins World Gold, Meets PM Modi
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.
Arjun Erigaisi Wins Bronze at FIDE World Rapid Chess 2024
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi clinches a historic bronze medal at the FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship 2024 in Samarkand. PM Modi leads the nation in congratulating the chess prodigy on his stellar achievement.
Carlsen Covers Betby Logo to Comply with FIDE Dress Code
Magnus Carlsen won his 6th World Rapid title in Doha after taping over his betting sponsor's logo to avoid FIDE fines. Details on the dress code clash and last year's jeans controversy inside.
Carlsen's Legendary 2009 World Blitz Victory at 18
Relive Magnus Carlsen's historic 2009 World Blitz Chess win at age 18, where he dominated legends like Anand and Kramnik. As he eyes a 9th crown in Doha, we analyze his greatest performance. Follow for more chess insights!
Kerala's 15-year-old IM shocks top GMs at World Rapid & Blitz
Goutham Krishna H, a 15-year-old International Master from Trivandrum, defeated elite grandmasters like Radjabov and Aravindh on Day 1 of the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz in Doha, scoring 4/5. Read his inspiring story.
Gukesh: 'No big expectations' for World Rapid & Blitz Chess
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.
Vidit Gujrathi shifts focus from chess to 'vibe coding' apps
Indian chess star Vidit Gujrathi, after intense burnout, steps back from tournaments. He now creates AI-powered chess training websites for elite players through 'vibe coding'. Read his story.
For India's Chess Stars, Home is the Ultimate Luxury
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.
Madhya Pradesh Toddler, 3, Becomes Youngest FIDE-Rated Player
Sarvagya Singh Kushwaha, aged 3 years and 7 months from Madhya Pradesh, makes history as the youngest player ever to earn a FIDE rapid rating of 1572. Discover his incredible journey.
GCL 2025: Live Commentary Headphones for Chess Fans
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.
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