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May 9, 2026

The Greek Chess Federation launches a national initiative.

Chess in Schools: How the National Initiative of the Greek Chess Federation Could Shape a New Generation Chess is gradually moving beyond clubs For a long time, chess was seen as an activity for individual enthusiasts: chess schools specialized sections professional clubs But today, more and more countries are beginning to look at the game […]

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May 9, 2026

May 9, 1958 Botvinnik and the World Champion title

Day in History: How Mikhail Botvinnik Reclaimed the Chess Crown on May 9, 1958 A defeat after which only the greatest return In chess history, there have been champions who lost the title once — and never reached the summit again. But Mikhail Botvinnik was different. On May 9, 1958, one of the most important […]

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May 8, 2026

Magnus Carlsen is the top favorite for TePe Sigeman 2026.

Will Magnus Carlsen Win TePe Sigeman 2026? Why the Norwegian Looks Like the Main Favorite Again Even in an era of change, Carlsen remains the center of chess In recent years, there has been more and more discussion around Magnus Carlsen about declining motivation, his decision to step away from the classical world title, and […]

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May 7, 2026

Sina Movahed won the 2026 Baku Open.

Sina Movahed Wins the Baku Open 2026: A Tournament That Could Change Her Career The kind of victory that makes the chess world pay attention In chess, there are tournaments that simply bring rating points. And then there are tournaments that completely change a player’s status. The victory of Sina Movahed at the Baku Open […]

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May 7, 2026

FIDE President visited Baku and emphasized the regional growth of chess

FIDE President Focuses on Regional Growth During Visit to Baku Chess is moving beyond its traditional centers World chess has long stopped revolving around only a few traditional venues. Today, the struggle is not only about titles, but also about regional influence, infrastructure development, and the emergence of new centers of power. That is why […]

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May 6, 2026

The World Chess Cup for cadets under 8–12 years old attracted a record number of participants

The U8–U12 Cadet World Cup Draws a Full House: Registration Closed Ahead of Schedule Children’s chess no longer looks “niche” Just a few years ago, children’s chess tournaments rarely became a topic of broad discussion. Today, the situation has changed. The U8–U12 Cadet World Cup attracted such strong interest that registration was closed after the […]

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May 6, 2026

The Sardinia World Chess Festival returns with a strong lineup

The World Chess Festival in Sardinia Returns: The Tournament Reaches a New Level When a tournament becomes a global-scale event Every year, dozens of strong tournaments take place in the chess world. But only a few gradually turn into something bigger than just a competition. The World Chess Festival in Sardinia is confidently moving in […]

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May 6, 2026

The FIDE Council reminded about the rules of conduct before the elections

The FIDE Council Reminded Everyone of the Rules of Conduct Before the Elections: Why This Matters for World Chess Elections in chess are more than a formality When fans think about chess, they imagine games, tournaments and grandmasters. But world chess has another side — governance. That is where decisions are made that determine: the […]

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May 5, 2026

Carlsen’s form is slipping, Nepomniachtchi is heading for 2800: what’s happening in the chess elite

Carlsen Slows Down, Nepomniachtchi Pushes Toward 2800: How the Chess Elite Is Performing Right Now The moment when the balance of power shifts In chess, there are periods of stability. And then there are turning points. Right now, we are witnessing exactly that. Magnus Carlsen — a player who dominated for nearly a decade — […]

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May 5, 2026

6 athletes who changed the flag: Fedoseyev, Samodelkina and others

6 Stories of Athletes Who Changed Sporting Citizenship: From Forced Decisions to Strategic Choices When the flag becomes part of a career In modern sport, citizenship is not just a formality. It means access to tournaments, coaching resources, funding and, ultimately, to a career itself. In recent years, more and more athletes have faced a […]

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May 4, 2026

How to Prepare for a Chess Championship: The Complete Preparation Process

How Preparation for a Chess Championship Works: From the Idea to the First Game Opening: the match begins long before the first move It may seem that a chess championship begins at the moment when the players sit down at the board. That is a mistake. In reality, everything starts weeks — and sometimes even […]

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May 4, 2026

Where to Find a Chess Coach: The Best Resources and Platforms

Where to Find a Strong Chess Coach: Resources That Really Work Why finding a coach is not just a formality Many people look for a coach “just in case.” But in reality, it works the other way around: the right coach is a point of acceleration for your progress. You can play on your own […]

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