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Call for applications for the Freedom Asian Chess Initiatives program
🌍 Applications Now Open for the 2026 Freedom Asian Chess Initiatives (FACI) Program Opportunities for Chess Players in Asia Chess is becoming increasingly popular in many parts of the world, and Asia is no exception. In 2026, applications will open for the Freedom Asian Chess Initiatives (FACI) program, aimed at supporting and developing chess in […]
Read articleBakhmatsky and Skarbarchuk became champions of Ukraine
🏆 Vladislav Bahmatsky and Tatyana Skarbarchuk Become Ukrainian Champions New Names on the Ukrainian Chess Scene In the world of Ukrainian chess, a significant event took place — Vladislav Bahmatsky and Tatyana Skarbarchuk became the Ukrainian champions in 2025. Their victories not only highlighted their high level of skill but also marked an important step […]
Read articleRameshbabu Pragnanandha about the Challenger Tournament
Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa on the Candidates Tournament: “I Am Definitely Stronger Than I Was Two Years Ago” The Path of a Young Grandmaster to the Top Indian chess player Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa continues to confidently establish himself among the elite of world chess. Despite his young age, he has repeatedly proven that he can compete on equal […]
Read article5 Most Incredible Tricks
♟️ 5 of the Most Incredible Drawing Tricks in the History of Chess When defeat seems inevitable Sometimes in chess it feels like everything is over. Checkmate in a few moves. An extra piece for your opponent. The king trapped in a corner. Yet it is precisely in moments like these that the most beautiful […]
Read articleYouth Championship in Turkey
🏆 World Youth Chess Championship in Turkey: the battle of future stars The place where champions are born Every chess grandmaster once took their first serious step. For many, that step is the World Youth Chess Championship — a tournament that often becomes the starting point of a great career. This time, the attention of […]
Read articleFIDE Candidates Tournament 2026
FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026: Who Will Play and Who Will Win? The ultimate battle for the right to challenge the World Champion Eight players, one goal Every few years, the chess world comes to a standstill. Ratings, titles, and past achievements fade into the background — everything is decided by the FIDE Candidates Tournament. In […]
Read articleStrategies for the Decisive Chess Game
Strategies for a Must-Win Game How to Play Chess When Only Victory Matters A Game with No Room for Error Imagine the situation: a chess game stands before you — one that must be won.A draw is useless. A loss is a catastrophe. It could be the final step toward a coveted FIDE title, a […]
Read articleTata Steel Chess India Rapid & Blitz 2026 in Kolkata
♟️ The Tata Steel Chess India Rapid & Blitz tournament will take place in Kolkata in January 2026 🏆 This tournament is rightfully considered the main chess event of the year in India. 📅 January 2026 promises to become a true celebration for fans of fast-paced chess. The prestigious Tata Steel Chess India Rapid & […]
Read articleSmagin on Norway’s intention to challenge Russian entry
🏛️ Smagin on Norway’s intention to challenge the admission of Russians: “The majority in FIDE supported us — there is nothing to dispute” A sharp reaction — an expected response Norway’s statement about a possible appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) over the admission of Russian chess players has triggered a strong […]
Read articleNorway will appeal to the CAS over the FIDE decision.
Norway Plans to Appeal to CAS Over FIDE Decision to Lift Sanctions on Russian Chess Players A Decision That Has Split the Chess World The decision by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) to ease sanctions against Russian chess players has become one of the most high-profile developments in the global chess community in recent months. […]
Read articleNorway to file suit in CAS over lifting of sanctions
Norway to Appeal to CAS Over Decision to Lift Sanctions on Russian Chess Players A Decision That Split the Chess World Chess has once again found itself at the center of an international dispute. The decision to ease sanctions against Russian chess players has triggered a sharp reaction from Norway. The national federation announced its […]
Read articleKaryakin named the condition for his return
Karjakin Names the Condition Under Which He Is Ready to Return to the Rapid and Blitz World Championships One Sentence That Explained a Lot Sometimes a single phrase is enough to reignite a major debate. Sergey Karjakin — one of the most recognizable grandmasters of modern times — clearly stated the condition under which he […]
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