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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...
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Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Crowned Champion at Dole Open 2025 After Dramatic Playoff Victory
In a thrilling conclusion to one of the strongest open tournaments of the year, Grandmaster Panneerselvam Iniyan of India clinched...
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Hans Niemann Slams Table in Frustration After Heartbreaking Loss at Esports World Cup Qualifier
A winning position. A ticking clock. And then, a furious slam. World number 18 Hans Niemann let out a raw...
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Fabiano Caruana’s BOMBSHELL: The Deleted Interview & Freestyle Chess’s Integrity Problem
The big “Freestyle Chess” event in Las Vegas was supposed to be new and exciting, but it caused a lot...
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A Miracle at Oskemen Open Chess 2025
How a 21‑year‑old Woman International Master is turning the tournament of giants into her personal fairy tale at Oskemen Open...
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Nakamura vs. Freestyle Chess: A Growing Rift or Healthy Debate?
Hikaru Nakamura is no stranger to controversy. As one of the most followed chess personalities in the world and a...
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Jan Henric Buettner Responds to Hikaru Nakamura’s Criticism: “We’re Evolving, Not Stubborn”
In the wake of Hikaru Nakamura’s sharp critique of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam’s Las Vegas tournament, where he called...
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Blindfolded Brilliance: Praggnanandhaa Outsmarts ChatGPT in a Hilarious Showdown
In a charming blend of man vs. machine and chess comedy, 19-year-old Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa took on ChatGPT in a...