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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. Send me a challenge or message via Lichess. Follow me on Twitter (X) or Facebook.
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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...
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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...
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Almaty Region Open 2025 – Qonaev Cup: Battle of the Masters Begins This August
If you’re a chess lover rated 2400+, this is the tournament you don’t want to miss. The Almaty Region Open...
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2025 British Chess Championship: Everything You Need to Know
The 2025 British Chess Championship is just around the corner. This year, the tournament will take place from 31 July...
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Is Chess Becoming a Show? Hikaru Nakamura Voices Concern Over Carlsen’s Growing Influence
At the 2025 Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Hikaru Nakamura challenged the direction chess is heading, especially as it collides...
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Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus Defeats Peter Svidler 4–2, Climbs to World No. 87
The “Clash of Generations” lived up to its name, only this time, the future won. Turkish chess prodigy GM Yağız...
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Chess at Esports World Cup Starts Today: Big Names, Fast Games, and $1.5 Million on the Line
For the first time ever, chess is part of the Esports World Cup. This is a major step for the...
