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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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Carlsen Wins Chess Gold at 2025 eSports World Cup
Magnus Carlsen beat Alireza Firouzja twice, 3-1 in each round, to win the chess title at the 2025 eSports World...
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Maia Chess Masters 2025: A Festival of Brains and Battles
This August, the quiet city of Maia, Portugal, will come alive with chess. The Maia International Chess Festival is back,...
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How China Rules Women’s Chess – August 2025 FIDE Rankings
Take one look at the August 2025 FIDE rankings for women’s classical chess. One country stands out right away: China....
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FIDE Top 100 Classical Chess Rankings – August 2025 Analysis
It’s always exciting to see how the world of professional chess changes each month! The August 2025 ratings are in,...
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Carlsen Outduels Nakamura in Thriller, Reaches eSports World Cup Final
In a battle worthy of chess’s “El Clasico,” Magnus Carlsen edged out Hikaru Nakamura in a heart-pounding armageddon decider to...
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Royal City Masters 2025: A Battle of Minds in Canada
From August 1 to August 6, the chess world will turn its eyes to Peter Clark Hall at the University...
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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...