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Kramnik refused to shake Dvorkovich’s hand.
Kramnik Says He Will Never Shake Hands with Dvorkovich Again: Conflict Surrounding the Former FIDE President Reaches a New Level A Strong Statement That Could Reshape Relationships in the Chess World The chess world has once again found itself at the center of a major controversy. 14th World Champion Vladimir Kramnik has made one of […]
Read articleWhat happens after Dvorkovich steps down as FIDE President?
What Happens After Dvorkovich Leaves the FIDE Presidency: The Battle for the Future of World Chess Governance An Unexpected Twist Ahead of the FIDE Elections The chess world has entered a new political chapter. Arkady Dvorkovich, who has led the International Chess Federation (FIDE) since 2018, has temporarily stepped aside from his presidential duties. The […]
Read articleWho is the weakest world champion in the history of chess?
Who Is the Weakest World Chess Champion in History? Gukesh Is the Main Candidate! When Indian grandmaster Dommaraju Gukesh became the youngest world chess champion in history in December 2024, many described it as the beginning of a new era. It seemed that world chess had found the successor to Magnus Carlsen — a player […]
Read article6th Intercontinental “Chess for Freedom” Championship 2026: Registration Open
Registration Opens for the 6th Intercontinental Chess Championship for Prisoners “Chess for Freedom 2026” and the Chess for Freedom Conference FIDE has officially opened registration for two flagship events of its Chess for Freedom social initiative: the 6th Intercontinental Chess Championship for Prisoners 2026 and the international Chess for Freedom Conference. These initiatives continue to […]
Read articleAlireza Firouzja — 2026 Chennai Grand Masters Champion
Alireza Firouzja Wins Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2026: A Convincing Victory for the French Grandmaster Alireza Firouzja became the winner of the fourth edition of the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2026. The French grandmaster displayed consistent performance throughout the tournament and managed to finish ahead of a strong field, including representatives of India’s new generation […]
Read articleCAS has registered Kramnik’s appeal against the FIDE decision to disqualify him.
CAS Registers Kramnik’s Appeal Against FIDE Suspension Former World Champion Seeks to Challenge Sanctions Before the Court of Arbitration for Sport The disciplinary case involving Vladimir Kramnik has entered a new phase. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has officially registered the Russian grandmaster’s appeal against the decision of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), […]
Read articleThe EKS General Assembly is taking place in Bucharest.
The European Chess Union General Assembly Is Underway in Bucharest: Zurab Azmaiparashvili Re-elected as ECU President European Chess Stays the Course as Current Leadership Receives a Renewed Mandate The European Chess Union (ECU) General Assembly, one of the most important events on the European chess calendar, is currently taking place in Romania’s capital, Bucharest. Representatives […]
Read articleFinalists for the 2026 FIDE Excellence Awards Announced
FIDE Excellence Awards Finalists Announced: Who Will Compete for Chess’s Highest Honors? FIDE to Recognize Excellence Beyond Results for the First Time The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has taken another significant step in promoting the global chess community by unveiling the official list of finalists for the inaugural FIDE Excellence Awards. The new initiative aims […]
Read articleKramnik appeals FIDE ban to CAS: what is known about the case
Kramnik Appeals FIDE Suspension to CAS: Former World Champion Continues Legal Battle A Dispute That Has Moved Far Beyond the Chessboard Vladimir Kramnik’s name has long been associated not only with outstanding achievements over the board but also with heated debates surrounding fair play in modern chess. Now, the former World Champion has once again […]
Read articleThe qualification format for the FIDE Candidates Tournament has been changed.
FIDE Updates the Candidates Tournament Qualification Format for the World Chess Championship Cycle A New Chapter in the Race for the World Chess Championship The International Chess Federation (FIDE) continues to refine the structure of its premier competitions. This time, the changes affect one of the most important elements of the World Championship cycle—the qualification […]
Read articleThe Social Power of Chess: FIDE Discusses the Games Impact on Modern Society”
“Chess as a Social Value”: FIDE Social Commission Hosts an Online Discussion on the Role of Chess in Modern Society Chess Goes Beyond Sport Chess has long evolved beyond being simply a contest between two players across a board. Today, it serves as a powerful tool for education, social inclusion, and personal development. Millions of […]
Read articleDaniel Dardha and Hanne Goossens have become the Belgian chess champions.
Daniel Dardha and Hanne Goossens Crowned Belgian Chess Champions Belgium has officially crowned its strongest chess players. National championships always hold a special place in the chess calendar. They are where new stars emerge, established grandmasters reaffirm their status, and some of the season’s most intense battles unfold. This year’s Belgian Chess Championship once again […]
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