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Grischuk on cheating in chess
♟️ Grischuk on Cheating in Chess: “It’s Not Like Doping — It’s Like Murder in Criminal Law” Harsh Words — a Harsh Reality One of the most outspoken and charismatic grandmasters of modern chess, Alexander Grischuk, is known not only for his play but also for his brutally honest — and sometimes sharp — statements. […]
Read articleAlpine SG Pipers defeated Triveni Continental Kings
🏆 Alpine SG Pipers defeat Triveni Continental Kings to become the new Tech Mahindra GCL champions The final the entire season had been waiting for The Tech Mahindra Global Chess League final became the true climax of the season — tense, dramatic, and genuinely historic. In the decisive match, Alpine SG Pipers delivered a convincing […]
Read articleWorld Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship
♟️ World Rapid & Blitz Chess Championship 2025: Doha Welcomes the Elite The Chess Finale of the Year Begins The end of December traditionally marks the climax of the chess season. From December 25 to 30, 2025, Doha will host the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship — one of the most spectacular and intense […]
Read articleCall for applications for the Freedom Asian Chess Initiatives program
🌍 Applications Now Open for the 2026 Freedom Asian Chess Initiatives (FACI) Program Opportunities for Chess Players in Asia Chess is becoming increasingly popular in many parts of the world, and Asia is no exception. In 2026, applications will open for the Freedom Asian Chess Initiatives (FACI) program, aimed at supporting and developing chess in […]
Read articleBakhmatsky and Skarbarchuk became champions of Ukraine
🏆 Vladislav Bahmatsky and Tatyana Skarbarchuk Become Ukrainian Champions New Names on the Ukrainian Chess Scene In the world of Ukrainian chess, a significant event took place — Vladislav Bahmatsky and Tatyana Skarbarchuk became the Ukrainian champions in 2025. Their victories not only highlighted their high level of skill but also marked an important step […]
Read articleRameshbabu Pragnanandha about the Challenger Tournament
Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa on the Candidates Tournament: “I Am Definitely Stronger Than I Was Two Years Ago” The Path of a Young Grandmaster to the Top Indian chess player Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa continues to confidently establish himself among the elite of world chess. Despite his young age, he has repeatedly proven that he can compete on equal […]
Read article5 Most Incredible Tricks
♟️ 5 of the Most Incredible Drawing Tricks in the History of Chess When defeat seems inevitable Sometimes in chess it feels like everything is over. Checkmate in a few moves. An extra piece for your opponent. The king trapped in a corner. Yet it is precisely in moments like these that the most beautiful […]
Read articleYouth Championship in Turkey
🏆 World Youth Chess Championship in Turkey: the battle of future stars The place where champions are born Every chess grandmaster once took their first serious step. For many, that step is the World Youth Chess Championship — a tournament that often becomes the starting point of a great career. This time, the attention of […]
Read articleFIDE Candidates Tournament 2026
FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026: Who Will Play and Who Will Win? The ultimate battle for the right to challenge the World Champion Eight players, one goal Every few years, the chess world comes to a standstill. Ratings, titles, and past achievements fade into the background — everything is decided by the FIDE Candidates Tournament. In […]
Read articleStrategies for the Decisive Chess Game
Strategies for a Must-Win Game How to Play Chess When Only Victory Matters A Game with No Room for Error Imagine the situation: a chess game stands before you — one that must be won.A draw is useless. A loss is a catastrophe. It could be the final step toward a coveted FIDE title, a […]
Read articleTata Steel Chess India Rapid & Blitz 2026 in Kolkata
♟️ The Tata Steel Chess India Rapid & Blitz tournament will take place in Kolkata in January 2026 🏆 This tournament is rightfully considered the main chess event of the year in India. 📅 January 2026 promises to become a true celebration for fans of fast-paced chess. The prestigious Tata Steel Chess India Rapid & […]
Read articleSmagin on Norway’s intention to challenge Russian entry
🏛️ Smagin on Norway’s intention to challenge the admission of Russians: “The majority in FIDE supported us — there is nothing to dispute” A sharp reaction — an expected response Norway’s statement about a possible appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) over the admission of Russian chess players has triggered a strong […]
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