Hungary's Chess Glory Fades, Rapport Seeks Revival
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.
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Nakamura: 10-hour chess study is outdated nonsense
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.
GM Volodar Murzin on India, Chess, and World Rapid Title
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.
RBI's Harshal Amisar Wins Inter-Bank Chess Tournament
Harshal Amisar from RBI emerged champion at the 58th Suresh Khandekar Memorial Inter-Bank Chess Tournament in Nagpur. Read about the event and winners.
Nagpur's GM Raunak Sadhwani on Chess's Expensive Reality
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.
Pragg, Giri, Caruana: Teammates Now, Rivals Soon
R Praggnanandhaa, Anish Giri, and Fabiano Caruana navigate a unique dynamic as Alpine SG Pipers teammates in the Global Chess League, knowing they will be fierce rivals at the 2025 Candidates Tournament. Discover their poker-like mind games.
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.
Anand beats Gukesh in Global Chess League 2025
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.
GCL 2024: Mumba Masters Win Again, Ganges Upset Chennai
Mumba Masters notch their second consecutive win in the Global Chess League 2024, while Ganges Grandmasters stun Chennai for their maiden victory. Full match details and standings inside!
Giri on Gukesh's 'Different Modes' Before GCL Mumbai
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.
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.
Giri's GCL Revival: From Slump to Top 10 Comeback
Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri reveals how the 2024 Global Chess League in London revived his form after a ratings slump, leading to his Candidates 2026 qualification. Exclusive stories on team bonding, food wars & iPhone mutiny.
3-Year-Old Indian Girl Makes Chess History with FIDE Rating
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.
Meet India's Unique Chess Enthusiasts: Their Inspiring Stories
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.
Hyderabad girl Anaya Sharma wins Commonwealth chess gold
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.
Anish Giri: Goa World Cup, Candidates 2026 & GCL
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.
Bindra: Gukesh's Slump Normal After World Chess Win
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.
Uzbek's Sindarov Creates Chess History at World Cup
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.
FIDE World Cup Final Heads to Tie-Break Decider
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!
China's Chess System: National Camps Create Champions
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 Chess Prodigy Wins UK Open Blitz Title
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's New Chess Dress Code: Fines for Wrinkled Clothes
FIDE introduces a strict dress code for the World Rapid & Blitz chess. Fines for wrinkled clothing, unkempt looks & betting logos. Will Carlsen comply?
Dark Squares: Danny Rensch's Chess Scandal Memoir
Danny Rensch's new book 'Dark Squares' chronicles his life from discovering chess in 1995 to the center of chess's biggest cheating scandal. Read the explosive revelations.
FIDE World Cup 2025: Wei Yi's Chess Dominance
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.
Ukraine protests Russian team at FIDE chess championship
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.
Nakamura's 6 Wrong Predictions in Chess World Cup
American GM Hikaru Nakamura incorrectly predicted 6 out of 8 Chess World Cup matches, underlining the tournament's extreme unpredictability in Goa.
Van Wely Slams Nepo's FIDE World Cup Criticism as 'Loser Talking'
Dutch GM Loek van Wely dismisses Ian Nepomniachtchi's complaints about FIDE World Cup conditions in Goa. Read why top players defended India's organization.
FIDE Chess World Cup: Indian Grandmasters Fight for Quarters
Follow live updates as Arjun Erigaisi and Pentala Harikrishna compete in Round 5 Game 2 at FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 in Goa. Both Indians drew their opening games and now face crucial matches for quarterfinal qualification.
Harikrishna's Defiant Run Shows Indian Chess Depth
Veteran P Harikrishna's aggressive run to the Chess World Cup's fifth round, marked by bold queen sacrifices, showcases the formidable depth of Indian chess talent. Discover how he's flying the flag for his generation.
Chandigarh's Aayaan Gupta Wins National Under-9 Chess Title
Eight-year-old Aayaan Gupta from Chandigarh triumphs at National Under-9 Chess Championship in Delhi. The young prodigy scored 8.5 points to claim the prestigious title.
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