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Global Chess League Season 4 kicks off in Bengaluru with Carlsen’s return

The fourth Tech Mahindra Global Chess League season commenced in Bengaluru this Saturday. Six teams are competing in a nine-day franchise tournament featuring top chess players. World number one Magnus Carlsen returns to the league after a one-season absence. The league aims to highlight the human element of chess despite…

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Chess: Magnus Carlsen wins Esports World Cup in Paris without losing a game

Norway’s world No 1 outclassed the field and won the $250,000 first prize at the four-day event in France

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Magnus Carlsen wins Esports World Cup title for second year in a row

Magnus Carlsen has claimed victory once again, successfully defending his title at the Esports World Cup chess championship. In an exhilarating grand final, Carlsen outmaneuvered Denis Lazavik, securing a decisive 2-0 win that showcased his relentless determination throughout the tournament. Meanwhile, Hikaru Nakamura secured third place with his impressive performance.

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Shreyas Royal, 17, is youngest ever British chess champion as new generation takes over

Bodhana Sivanandan, 11, is the youngest ever British women’s champion while Supratit Banerjee, 12, has become England’s youngest ever international master

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Praggnanandhaa wins St. Louis Rapid and Blitz

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa secured his first Saint Louis Rapid & Blitz championship title. He finished the tournament with 23.5 points, ahead of Javokhir Sindarov. Praggnanandhaa did not lose any games on the final day of the event. This victory propelled him to second place in the Grand Chess Tour…

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Chess: Bodhana Sivanandan, 11, breaks world age record from 38 years ago

Harrow schoolgirl eclipses legend Judit Polgar’s mark as youngest girl ever to defeat a grandmaster rated above 2600, then draws with a former 2700

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Chess: Firouzja wins in Zagreb as Carlsen passes 15-year milestone at the top

The Frenchman is ranked world No 12, but that is a disappointment after he became the youngest ever 2800-rated player at 18 years and five months

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Zagreb Grand Chess Tour: R Praggnanandhaa tied for second after opening day in Croatia

R Praggnanandhaa has started strong at the Zagreb Grand Chess Tour, securing joint second place after the opening day. He defeated top seed Vincent Keymer and held draws against formidable opponents Maxime Vachier-Lagrave and World Champion D Gukesh. Alireza Firouzja leads the tournament.

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I think this is the biggest win of my career: R Praggnanandhaa after Norway Chess triumph

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa achieved his career's biggest win at Norway Chess. He defeated world number one Magnus Carlsen twice. The tournament featured an exceptionally strong field. Praggnanandhaa's victory is a landmark for Indian chess. He adjusted his strategy to play faster chess. He plans fewer tournaments but will play…

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Praggnanandhaa scripts history, becomes first Indian to win Norway Chess title

R Praggnanandhaa made history by winning the Norway Chess title. He is the first Indian to achieve this prestigious feat. Praggnanandhaa secured a classical win in the final round. This victory propelled him to the top of the standings. He defeated strong opponents including Magnus Carlsen twice. The young Grandmaster…

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Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa in three-way battle for tournament title heading into final round

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa is in contention for the Norway Chess title. He secured a crucial classical victory over compatriot D Gukesh. This win places him just half a point behind leader Wesley So of the USA. The final round promises an exciting battle for the championship. Alireza Firouzja representing…

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Norway Chess: Praggnanandhaa beats Carlsen again; Gukesh's title hopes end

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has defeated world number one Magnus Carlsen twice in classical chess at Norway Chess 2026. This victory places Praggnanandhaa in third place and significantly impacts Carlsen's chances for an eighth title. American Grandmaster Wesley So leads the tournament. Alireza Firouzja is in second place. The final…

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Indian chess stars R Praggnanandhaa, D Gukesh and Divya Deshmukh keep India's title hopes alive with wins

India's young chess stars D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa delivered strong performances in Round 7 of Norway Chess. Gukesh won his Armageddon tie-break, while Praggnanandhaa secured a classical victory. Divya Deshmukh also bounced back with a win. These results keep India's challenge alive as the tournament heads into its final…

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Norway Chess: Gukesh downs Praggnanandhaa to revive title hopes; Divya storms into lead

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh reignites his Norway Chess campaign with a win over R Praggnanandhaa. Magnus Carlsen's struggles continue as he loses to Wesley So. In the women's section, Divya Deshmukh takes the lead after defeating Zhu Jiner. The tournament sees shifts in standings after these exciting classical encounters.

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Injured Alireza Firouzja plays through pain to shock world No 1 Magnus Carlsen in Oslo

Frenchman scored at Norway Chess despite his heavily protected sprained ankle, and defeated Carlsen for the first time in a classical game

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Super Chess Classic Romania 2026: R Praggnanandhaa held to draw by Jorden van Foreest as Vincent Keymer takes sole lead

Vincent Keymer moved into the sole lead at the Superbet Classic Chess tournament after securing an important victory, while Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa played out a draw to stay on 2.5 points. Keymer now tops the standings with three points as several other matches ended in draws. Alireza Firouzja missed…

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Chess: Sindarov wins Candidates with record total, while Vaishali takes women’s event

The Uzbek 20-year-old won first prize unbeaten but his girlfriend, Bibisara Assaubayeva, finished second to the lowest seed in the Women’s Candidates

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Chess: Magnus Carlsen triumphs in London speed event but Nakamura fails

The Norwegian, 35, showcased his skills in the chess.com speed championship, but the US star and streamer was twice beaten

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Chess: Magnus Carlsen back in World Rapid and Blitz as Fide signals jeansgate peace

The Norwegian world No 1 will compete at Doha next week, a year after he was penalised for wearing jeans in New York

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Chess: Magnus Carlsen wins Freestyle Tour title despite defeat in final event

Norway’s world No 1, 35, lost 0.5-1.5 to the US veteran Levon Aronian, 43, in Cape Town but was already sure of overall victory and a prize of around $500k

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Abdusattorov overwhelms rivals at Arsenal but England hit back in style

The Uzbek shone at London Classic and a near-3000 tournament performance reaffirmed his place among world’s best

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Chess: draw king Anish Giri grinds to $90,000 prize at Grand Swiss on the Silk Road

The five-time Dutch champion and Germany’s No 2, Matthias Blübaum, were surprise qualifiers for the world title Candidates ahead of several more fancied rivals

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Magnus Carlsen shows class and wins $250,000 at frantic Esports World Cup

World No 1 swept the board in every round and was determined to show chess in its best light at Saudi event

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Chess: 10-year-old targets world record alongside grandmasters at British Championship

Record entry in Liverpool, while Bodhana Sivanandan bids to become youngest national women’s champion

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Chess: top-seeded world champion Gukesh Dommaraju struggles at Bucharest

The 18-year-old Indian finished joint sixth to ninth out of 10 after Friday’s final round, while Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu, 19, won first prize after a three-way playoff

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