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World champion Gukesh on Vladimir Kramnik’s cheating allegations: ‘Don’t support most of it’
3+ hour, 47+ min ago (227+ words) In recent times, Kramnik has rebranded himself as an anti-cheating crusader of sorts, levelling accusations on social media about online cheating in chess. Now, the reigning world champion Gukesh has also spoken about Kramnik's comments on cheating, and about the…...
For ‘Messi of Chess’ Faustino Oro, youngest GM landmark a mere checklist item on his way to bigger things
4+ hour, 9+ min ago (513+ words) In four days from now, a 12-year-old boy from Argentina will begin his final attempt at defying time and going where no one has ever been in chess history. Faustino Oro, fondly nicknamed the "Messi of Chess" for his Argentinian…...
FIDE Candidates pairings, full draw: Praggnanandhaa vs Anish Giri; Divya Deshmukh vs Humpy
4+ day, 8+ hour ago (385+ words) The FIDE Candidates and Women's Candidates tournaments will be held in Cyprus from March 28 to April 16, 2026. The opening round will see top players like Fabiano Caruana, Hikaru Nakamura, and Praggnanandhaa R facing off. The three Indian players will also compete…...
8 card games to play instead of doomscrolling
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (151+ words) Played casually, Bridge strengthens teamwork and problem solving, making it a rewarding family learning game. Perfect for younger kids, Go Fish encourages turn taking, communication, and friendly competition without pressure. A gentle step into strategy games, Hearts helps older kids…...
Levon Aronian wins South Africa leg of Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (385+ words) Aronian triumphs in South Africa leg of Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour, defeating Carlsen in the final and winning $200,000 prize. Despite initial loss to a streamer, the veteran grandmaster showcases skill and experience with undefeated run to victory, ending first…...
FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 LIVE Updates, Round 5 Game 2: Arjun Erigaisi, Harikrishna to fight for quarterfinal spot; Follow LIVE Boards
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (166+ words) FIDE Chess World Cup 2025, Round 5 Game 2 Results and Standings Live Updates: The FIDE Chess World Cup 25 Game 2 of Round 5 will see India's Arjun Erigaisi and Pentala Harikrishna in action at Resort Rio Convention Centre in Arpora, Goa, on Saturday. ALSO…...
FIDE World Cup: Praggnanandhaa’s early exit a consequence of ‘brutal, unforgiving’ format?
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (373+ words) The 2025 FIDE World Cup in Goa sparked a discussion on its difficulty compared to the World Championship. Indian prodigy R Praggnanandhaa's elimination, along with other top seeds, was a letdown due to his tiring schedule and strong opponents. Despite leading…...
FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 LIVE Updates, Round 5 Game 1: Arjun Erigaisi to take on Levon Aronian; Harikrishna vs Jose Martinez; LIVE action soon
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (286+ words) FIDE Chess World Cup 2025, Round 5 Game 1 Results and Standings Live Updates: Arjun Erigaisi and Pentala Harikrishna remain the only two Indians in the ongoing FIDE Chess World Cup 2025, taking place in Arpora, Goa and will be in action in Game…...
FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 Round 4 Tiebreaks Highlights: Praggnanandhaa, Vincent Keymer knocked out; Arjun, Harikrishna reach Round 5
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (1304+ words) FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 Round 4 Tiebreaks Highlights: Following the eliminations of Pranav V and Karthik Venkataraman in Round 4, R. Praggnanandhaa became the 22nd Indian to be knocked out of the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 in Goa, leaving just two Indian players in…...
FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 LIVE Updates, Round 4 Tiebreaks: Arjun Erigaisi, Praggnanandhaa & Harikrishna to be in action in tiebreaks
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (440+ words) FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 Round 4 Tiebreaks Results and Standings LIVE Updates: After Pranav V and Karthik Venkataraman were eliminated during Game 2 of Round 4 of the ongoing FIDE Chess World Cup 2025, taking place in Goa, only three Indians are left in…...