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Chess: Ian Nepomniachtchi and Hans Niemann tie grudge match in Belgrade

The Russian world title challenger and the controversial American have personal issues but similar ratings, and drew 4-4 with a win apiece and six draws

The Guardian - UK

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…

The Economic Times

I don't feel intimidated, I always feel more excited playing Carlsen: Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa

Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa achieved another significant victory against World No. 1, Magnus Carlsen at Norway Chess. This marks his second consecutive win over the world number one in the tournament. Praggnanandhaa's performance strengthens his bid for a historic title. He expressed excitement playing Carlsen, stating it brings out his…

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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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Praggnanandhaa shocks World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen once again, moves closer to historic Norway Chess title

Young Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa secured his second classical victory against world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen at Norway Chess 2026, boosting his title chances. The win put Praggnanandhaa in third place, while Carlsen's title defense faced a significant setback with only two rounds remaining.

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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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Eberechi Eze interview exclusive: 'I think if Bukayo Saka took the time to actually practice, he could be a great chess player. He's methodical and a great decision-maker'

Arsenal star Eberechi Eze says fellow New Balance athlete Bukayo Saka is so intelligent, he could turn his hand to another game entirely

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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

The Guardian - UK

Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa stuns Magnus Carlsen in classical thriller at Norway Chess Round 3

R. Praggnanandhaa achieved a significant victory against Magnus Carlsen in the Norway Chess tournament. The classical game was dramatic, with momentum shifting before Carlsen's decisive blunder. Praggnanandhaa expressed happiness over the fighting game. Other matches saw draws decided by Armageddon tie-breaks. Alireza Firouzja leads the men's standings. In the women's…

The Economic Times

Criticisms are justified, I haven't performed well: D Gukesh

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh acknowledges his recent performances have not met expectations. He is preparing for his World Championship title defense later this year. Gukesh will participate in Norway Chess and the Chess Olympiad before his crucial match against Javokhir Sindarov. He expressed happiness about potentially defending his title…

The Economic Times

Is Magnus Carlsen unbeatable?

Magnus Carlsen is Norway's sporting icon. His presence defines Norway Chess. Carlsen's return to the tournament brings excitement. He is a seven-time champion. His influence extends beyond chess. He is a cultural phenomenon in Norway. His participation is the main attraction.

The Economic Times

Chess: Niemann puts controversy aside and wins $50,000 first prize in Warsaw

The controversial US grandmaster scored the biggest success of his career at the Grand Chess Tour Rapid & Blitz and is close to the world top 10

The Guardian - UK

Chess: England fail to win senior team world medals for first time in five years

USA retained the world 50+ title, while Germany-Lasker SGK won the 65+ equivalent, with England fourth in both events

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Chess: Turkey’s Yagiz Erdogmus, 14, reaches record 2700 rating – ‘now for 2800 and 2900’

The teenager crushed Veselin Topalov 5-1 to become the youngest ever 2700-rated grandmaster, after which his coach said his future target was 2900

The Guardian - UK

Vibrating crotches, anal beads and suspicious minds: the long, strange history of chess cheats

The journey from the Von Neumann to the Niemann affair has much to teach us about the changed landscape of the sport

The Guardian - UK

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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Javokhir Sindarov earns world chess title shot with stunning Candidates win

Uzbekistan’s Javokhir Sindarov won the Candidates on Tuesday with a round to spare, setting up a historic under-21 world title match against Gukesh Dommaraju

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The Independent UK

Watch: Chess player’s phone seized after rule-breaking selfie with Magnus Carlsen

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Video: World’s number one Chess player takes selfie with opponent – then reports her for using phone

A chess player took a selfie with the world number one ahead of their game, only to have her phone confiscated moments later after her opponent reported her for breaking the rules.

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Chess champion reports opponent for having her phone moments after they took a selfie

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Chess grandmaster takes selfie with opponent then reports her for having phone

Magnus Carlsen reported 18-year-old opponent Alua Nurman after she took a pre-match selfie with him – but the five-time world champion may have saved her from disqualification

The Guardian - UK

Untold: Chess Mates review – inside the anal beads rumours that rocked a sport

The ugly side of chess is pored over in this Netflix documentary, looking at how lurid online gossip led to a lawsuit, conspiracy theories and a bitter rivalry. Sadly, there’s little new here

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Netflix new releases: 7 shows and movies you need to stream this week (April 6-12)

Dig into all the new Netflix TV shows and movies heading to Netflix this week, including "Big Mistakes," "Thrash" and more.

The Guardian - UK

Chess Mates: the fantastic true story of the sex toy rumour that buzzed around the world

It was the anal bead theory that caused a global sensation. Now, a new Netflix film tells the tale of two grandmasters, one scandal – and a whole lot of bad blood

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