Players

Discover insights into the world of chess players, from legendary masters to rising stars. Explore their strategies, notable games, playing styles and personal lives.

Andy Woodward: Everything about the Rising American Chess Star

Andy Woodward: Everything about the Rising American Chess Star

NM
January 12, 2024

Everything you need to know about 13 year-old American chess IM Andy Woodward - who just won the 17th Annual SPICE Cup tournament and qualified to quarterfinals of Puzzle World Championship.

Who is Roman Shogdzhiev? The 8-Year-Old defeating 2 Grandmasters at 2023 WRCC

Who is Roman Shogdzhiev? The 8-Year-Old defeating 2 Grandmasters at 2023 WRCC

LR
December 27, 2023

8-year-old Roman Shogdzhiev, has emerged as a phenomenon, after defeating GM Jakhongir Vakhidov and Johan-Sebastian Christiansen in 2023 World Rapid Chess Championship in Uzbekistan.

Magnus Carlsen’s net worth – how rich is the the best chess player?

Magnus Carlsen’s net worth – how rich is the the best chess player?

XB
December 26, 2023

His wealth is definitely over $10 million, likely ranging between $20 million to $30 million. However, if someone suggested his net worth exceeded $50 million, I wouldn't call them crazy. Why? Let's find out.

What is Magnus Carlsen’s IQ?

What is Magnus Carlsen’s IQ?

XB
December 20, 2023

Short answer: He's never taken an IQ test and has refused to do so. Even Carlsen doesn't know. So whatever number you read online is wrong. "I have no idea. I wouldn’t want to know it anyway. It might turn out to be a nasty surprise", he said.