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Finalists for the 2026 FIDE Excellence Awards Announced
FIDE Excellence Awards Finalists Announced: Who Will Compete for Chess’s Highest Honors? FIDE to Recognize Excellence Beyond Results for the First Time The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has taken another significant step in promoting the global chess community by unveiling the official list of finalists for the inaugural FIDE Excellence Awards. The new initiative aims […]
Read articleKramnik appeals FIDE ban to CAS: what is known about the case
Kramnik Appeals FIDE Suspension to CAS: Former World Champion Continues Legal Battle A Dispute That Has Moved Far Beyond the Chessboard Vladimir Kramnik’s name has long been associated not only with outstanding achievements over the board but also with heated debates surrounding fair play in modern chess. Now, the former World Champion has once again […]
Read articleThe qualification format for the FIDE Candidates Tournament has been changed.
FIDE Updates the Candidates Tournament Qualification Format for the World Chess Championship Cycle A New Chapter in the Race for the World Chess Championship The International Chess Federation (FIDE) continues to refine the structure of its premier competitions. This time, the changes affect one of the most important elements of the World Championship cycle—the qualification […]
Read articleThe Social Power of Chess: FIDE Discusses the Games Impact on Modern Society”
“Chess as a Social Value”: FIDE Social Commission Hosts an Online Discussion on the Role of Chess in Modern Society Chess Goes Beyond Sport Chess has long evolved beyond being simply a contest between two players across a board. Today, it serves as a powerful tool for education, social inclusion, and personal development. Millions of […]
Read articleDaniel Dardha and Hanne Goossens have become the Belgian chess champions.
Daniel Dardha and Hanne Goossens Crowned Belgian Chess Champions Belgium has officially crowned its strongest chess players. National championships always hold a special place in the chess calendar. They are where new stars emerge, established grandmasters reaffirm their status, and some of the season’s most intense battles unfold. This year’s Belgian Chess Championship once again […]
Read article2026 Dutch Chess Championship
2026 Dutch Chess Championship: Sergey Tiviakov and Machteld van Foreest Aim for National Titles The Battle for the Netherlands’ Most Prestigious Chess Titles Begins The Dutch chess scene is once again attracting international attention. The 2026 Dutch Chess Championship has officially begun, bringing together the country’s strongest players as they compete for the national titles […]
Read article2026 Asian Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship
2026 Asian Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship: Registration Deadline Extended More Opportunities for Asia’s Leading Chess Players The organizers of the 2026 Asian Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship have announced an extension of the registration deadline for participants. This decision will allow more national chess federations to complete the registration process and give their strongest […]
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2026 Asian Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship: Registration Deadline Extended An Extra Opportunity for Asia’s Top Chess Players The organizers of the 2026 Asian Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship have announced an extension of the registration deadline for participants. The decision provides national chess federations and players with additional time to complete their entries if […]
Read articleChess for Humanity: Armenia and FIDE Unveil Initiative at UN Event in Geneva
Chess for Humanity: Armenia and FIDE Advocate Social Change at a UN Side Event in Geneva When Chess Becomes a Tool for Positive Change Chess has long evolved beyond being merely an intellectual sport. Today, it is increasingly recognized as a powerful instrument for education, social inclusion, and international cooperation. This vision was at the […]
Read articleKramnik has challenged the FIDE decision: the former world champion has filed an appeal.
Kramnik Appeals FIDE’s Disciplinary Decision Former World Champion Seeks Review of Sanctions The controversy surrounding former World Chess Champion Vladimir Kramnik has entered a new phase. Following the disciplinary decision issued by the International Chess Federation (FIDE), the Russian grandmaster has exercised his right to appeal and has officially challenged the sanctions imposed against him. […]
Read articleThe biggest coaching moves in world chess: those who changed the course of history
The Biggest Coaching Transfers in World Chess When the Move of a Single Coach Can Shift the Balance of Power In modern sports, high-profile coaching transfers have become routine. In football or hockey, the arrival of a star coach instantly makes global headlines. In chess, however, such moves often happen behind the scenes. Yet changing […]
Read articleBaby Shark, major upsets, and three leaders: the Stellenbosch chess tournament
Baby Shark, Major Upsets, and a Three-Way Tie at the Top in Stellenbosch Stellenbosch Chess Festival Gains Momentum One of the year’s most exciting youth chess festivals continues in Stellenbosch, South Africa. The tournament has already produced a host of surprising results, dramatic battles, and memorable upsets. After the opening rounds, three teams are tied […]
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