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Carlsen Outduels Nakamura in Thriller, Reaches eSports World Cup Final

Carlsen Outduels Nakamura in Thriller, Reaches eSports World Cup Final

LR
July 31, 2025

In a battle worthy of chess’s “El Clasico,” Magnus Carlsen edged out Hikaru Nakamura in a heart-pounding armageddon decider to...

Royal City Masters 2025: A Battle of Minds in Canada

Royal City Masters 2025: A Battle of Minds in Canada

NM
July 31, 2025

From August 1 to August 6, the chess world will turn its eyes to Peter Clark Hall at the University...

Almaty Region Open 2025 – Qonaev Cup: Battle of the Masters Begins This August

Almaty Region Open 2025 – Qonaev Cup: Battle of the Masters Begins This August

XB
July 31, 2025

If you’re a chess lover rated 2400+, this is the tournament you don’t want to miss. The Almaty Region Open...

2025 British Chess Championship: Everything You Need to Know

2025 British Chess Championship: Everything You Need to Know

XB
July 31, 2025

The 2025 British Chess Championship is just around the corner. This year, the tournament will take place from 31 July...

Is Chess Becoming a Show? Hikaru Nakamura Voices Concern Over Carlsen’s Growing Influence

Is Chess Becoming a Show? Hikaru Nakamura Voices Concern Over Carlsen’s Growing Influence

XB
July 30, 2025

At the 2025 Esports World Cup in Riyadh, Hikaru Nakamura challenged the direction chess is heading, especially as it collides...

Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus Defeats Peter Svidler 4–2, Climbs to World No. 87

Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus Defeats Peter Svidler 4–2, Climbs to World No. 87

XB
July 29, 2025

The “Clash of Generations” lived up to its name, only this time, the future won. Turkish chess prodigy GM Yağız...

Chess at Esports World Cup Starts Today: Big Names, Fast Games, and $1.5 Million on the Line

Chess at Esports World Cup Starts Today: Big Names, Fast Games, and $1.5 Million on the Line

XB
July 29, 2025

For the first time ever, chess is part of the Esports World Cup. This is a major step for the...

Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Crowned Champion at Dole Open 2025 After Dramatic Playoff Victory

Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Crowned Champion at Dole Open 2025 After Dramatic Playoff Victory

XB
July 27, 2025

In a thrilling conclusion to one of the strongest open tournaments of the year, Grandmaster Panneerselvam Iniyan of India clinched...

Hans Niemann Slams Table in Frustration After Heartbreaking Loss at Esports World Cup Qualifier

Hans Niemann Slams Table in Frustration After Heartbreaking Loss at Esports World Cup Qualifier

XB
July 27, 2025

A winning position. A ticking clock. And then, a furious slam. World number 18 Hans Niemann let out a raw...

Fabiano Caruana’s BOMBSHELL: The Deleted Interview & Freestyle Chess’s Integrity Problem

Fabiano Caruana’s BOMBSHELL: The Deleted Interview & Freestyle Chess’s Integrity Problem

XB
July 27, 2025

The big “Freestyle Chess” event in Las Vegas was supposed to be new and exciting, but it caused a lot...