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I'm Xuan Binh, the founder of Attacking Chess, and the Deputy Head of Communications at the Vietnam Chess Federation (VCF). My chess.com and lichess rating is above 2300, in both blitz and bullet. Follow me on Twitter (X).
Players
Jianchao Zhou: From Shanghai’s Chess Prodigy to America’s Grand Prix King
Jianchao Zhou’s chess journey spans continents, decades, and countless battles over the 64 squares. Born November 6, 1988 in Shanghai,...
News
Integral: The New Powerhouse at the Top of Computer Chess
In the world of elite computer chess, few moments are as exciting as a new name rising above giants. Today,...
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Emmanuel Carter Dominates Grand Prix Open at 2025 DKC Heart of the Carolinas
The 2025 DKC Heart of the Carolinas FIDE Summer Classic delivered a thrilling weekend of competitive chess in Winston-Salem, North...
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14-Year-Old Creates Huge Shock at Sparkassen Chess Trophy 2025
When the final pieces were placed back into their boxes at Dortmund’s Kulturzentrum „Alte Schmiede“ on August 10, 2025, the...
Openings
Caro–Kann Defense: Complete Guide with Key Lines for Both White and Black
The Caro–Kann Defense (1.e4 c6) is one of chess’s most respected shields against 1.e4. Favored by world champions from Capablanca...
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How GM Dariusz Swiercz Won the 2025 U.S. Open Chess Championship
GM Dariusz Swiercz is the new U.S. Open Champion! The 31-year-old grandmaster sealed the title with a thrilling last-round victory...
Players
Xiao Tong (QD): Qingdao’s Rising Star and China’s “Hexagonal Warrior” in Chess
At just 16 years old, Xiao Tong (QD – meaning his native Qingdao) is no stranger to pressure, podiums, or...
Magnus Carlsen
Where Does Magnus Carlsen Stand Among the Greatest Chess Legends?
Magnus Carlsen is one of the greatest chess players the world has ever seen. Some fans even call him the...
News
The 12th Annual Washington International Is Back — And Stronger Than Ever
From August 9 to 13, 2025, Rockville, Maryland will once again become the epicenter of elite chess competition as the...
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Magnus Carlsen’s 20 World Titles: A Champion Like No Other
Magnus Carlsen’s win at the Esports World Cup 2025 was more than just another victory. It was his 20th world...
