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June 28, 2026

The 2026 World Youth Chess Championship concluded in grand style.

2026 World Youth Chess Championship Concludes in Spectacular Fashion A New Generation of Chess Stars Announces Its Arrival The World Youth Chess Championship has long been regarded as one of the most important events on the international chess calendar. It is here that future grandmasters, continental champions, and world title contenders first emerge. For many […]

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June 28, 2026

Vadim Rosenstein has announced his candidacy for the presidency of FIDE.

Rosenstein Announces His Candidacy for FIDE President A New Contender Enters the Race to Shape the Future of World Chess The election of the President of the International Chess Federation is always one of the most closely watched events in the chess world. The leadership of FIDE plays a crucial role in shaping the future […]

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June 27, 2026

Deadline for FIDE Excellence Awards nominations

Final Call for Applications: FIDE Excellence Awards Recognizing Excellence: FIDE Nears the Close of Applications for Its Prestigious International Awards Behind every successful chess initiative are dedicated people who invest their time, expertise, and passion in the game. Tournament organizers, coaches, arbiters, journalists, educators, volunteers, and federation officials work tirelessly to grow chess every day, […]

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June 24, 2026

A New Generation of Champions: Who Will Become the Face of World Chess After Magnus Carlsen?

Chess Boom in India: How the Country Became a New Global Superpower A Quiet Revolution on the Chessboard Twenty years ago, world chess was associated with a limited group of countries and familiar names. Today, the center of gravity is shifting. India is rapidly becoming one of the leading chess powers on the planet—and in […]

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June 23, 2026

FIDE and World Chess launch first online test of official over-the-board ratings

Bojan Maksimović becomes the 2026 Serbian Chess Champion A new name in the Serbian chess elite The 2026 Serbian Chess Championship became one of the most intense national tournaments in recent years. In a field featuring experienced grandmasters and a rising young generation, Bojan Maksimović stood out as a player who delivered a consistently solid […]

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June 22, 2026

The FIFA U-8-12 World Cup has reached the halfway point of the tournament.

FIDE Youth Football World Championship (Ages 8–12) Reaches Tournament Midpoint The Competition Reaches Its Halfway Mark as the Race for the Title Intensifies The international FIDE Youth Football World Championship for players aged 8–12 has entered a crucial stage. After several action-packed matchdays, the tournament has reached its midpoint, with young athletes from around the […]

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June 21, 2026

World Refugee Day: How Chess Helps Transform Lives and Restore Recovery

World Refugee Day A game that goes beyond the board Every year on June 20, the World Refugee Day is observed — a date dedicated to people forced to leave their homes due to war, conflict, and crises. It is more than a commemorative day. It is a reminder of millions of stories marked by […]

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June 21, 2026

Dragon Chilling won the World Club Blitz Championship

Dragon Chilling Conquers the World: Chinese Team Wins the World Blitz Club Championship in Hong Kong A Triumph on Home Soil The World Blitz Club Championship in Hong Kong concluded with a remarkable victory for the Chinese team Dragon Chilling. In a fiercely contested tournament, the squad outperformed some of the strongest clubs on the […]

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June 19, 2026

Magnus Carlsen lost four games in a row for the first time since he was 14.

Magnus Carlsen lost four games in a row: a rare slump in the champion’s career An event that breaks the norm At the World Rapid Club Championship in Hong Kong, something happened that instantly drew the attention of the entire chess community: Magnus Carlsen lost four games in a row. This stands out especially against […]

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June 19, 2026

Shenzhen welcomes FIDE

Shenzhen Welcomes FIDE: Strengthening Global Chess Cooperation A City of Innovation Becomes a New Hub for World Chess The world of chess is entering a new era. The International Chess Federation (FIDE) continues to expand its global presence, creating new opportunities for cooperation, development, and the promotion of the ancient intellectual game. One of the […]

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June 18, 2026

Darmen Sadvakasov and Viktor Bologan are holding simultaneous exhibitions in Japan.

Darmen Sadvakasov and Viktor Bologan Hold Simultaneous Exhibitions in Japan Chess Without Borders: World-Class Masters Meet Japanese Chess Enthusiasts Chess has long ceased to be merely a sporting competition. Today, it serves as a universal language that brings together people of different cultures, generations, and countries. That is why visits by distinguished grandmasters to various […]

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June 17, 2026

FIDE opens office in Shenzhen

FIDE Opens an Office in Shenzhen, Ushering in a New Era of International Cooperation in Chess A New Step in the Development of Global Chess The global chess community has witnessed a significant historic event. The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has announced the opening of its new office in the Chinese city of Shenzhen. At […]

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