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.
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.
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.
Indian Grandmaster Raunak Sadhwani opens up about rating dips, coaching costs, and his plans for 2026. Exclusive insights on the real price of prodigy success. Read more.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Follow live updates as the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw unfolds, determining the groups for a record 48 teams, including champions Argentina and finalists France. Discover the path to glory.
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.
Dutch No.1 Anish Giri opens up on his FIDE World Cup experience in Goa, his roadmap for the 2026 Candidates, and the excitement around the Global Chess League. A must-read for chess fans.
Despite hosting the FIDE World Cup after 23 years with a record 24 players, India failed to secure Candidates spots. Analysis reveals home pressure, knockout format, and over-reliance on engines as key factors.
Goa CM announces chess expansion to all schools following successful FIDE World Cup 2025. State aims to become India's premier sporting hub with legacy initiatives.
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.
Andrey Esipenko clinches the sixth Candidates tournament slot after dramatic Chess World Cup in Goa. Read how the Russian GM secured his place against all odds.
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!
Indian Grandmasters D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa missed winning opportunities at the FIDE World Cup. Read about their dramatic matches and what comes next.
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.
Uzbekistan emerges as India's biggest chess rival with two semifinalists at FIDE World Cup 2025. Sindarov qualifies for Candidates 2026, threatening Indian prodigies' future prospects. Read analysis.
FIDE introduces a strict dress code for the World Rapid & Blitz chess. Fines for wrinkled clothing, unkempt looks & betting logos. Will Carlsen comply?
Chinese prodigy Wei Yi, youngest to cross 2700 Elo at 15, emerges as dark horse in FIDE World Cup 2025. Discover his remarkable journey and tournament highlights.
Chinese Grandmaster Wei Yi defeats India's Arjun Erigaisi in FIDE World Cup 2025 quarterfinals. Read about the intense match and what's next for Indian chess.
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi draws with Russian GM Evgeny Shtembuliak in FIDE World Cup second round. The tense match ends 1-1, forcing tie-breakers. Follow the exciting chess tournament updates.
Indian Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi reveals how competing in Goa's FIDE World Cup offered rare comforts - from family support to familiar food - that he misses during international tournaments. Discover his travel struggles and home advantage.
Ukrainian delegation formally objects to Russian team competing under FIDE flag at Women's World Team Championship in Spain. Read about the ongoing controversy and legal arguments.