La Roda Open 2026: A Historic 52nd Edition Promises Elite Competition and True Inclusion In just three days, the tranquil town of La Roda in Albacete will become the focus …
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GRENKE Chess Open & Freestyle Chess World Qualifier 2026
by pinnedrookThe world’s largest open chess tournament is back! From April 2nd to April 6th, 2026, the Congress Center Karlsruhe will once again become the epicenter of the chess world. This …
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Checkmate for Propaganda? CAS Orders Russia to Halt Chess Activities in Occupied Ukraine
by pinnedrookIn a landmark ruling that resonates far beyond the 64 squares, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has delivered a decisive blow to the Russian Chess Federation (CFR). The …
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Chess returns to the Esports World Cup in 2026 following a successful debut at last year’s event. On its biggest stage ever, Chess cemented its place in the larger esports …
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Haik Martirosyan Secures Victory at the 19th Agzamov Memorial in Tashkent
by pinnedrookThe 19th International Chess Tournament “In Memory of Georgy Agzamov,” honoring the first Grandmaster of Uzbekistan, concluded today at the International Chess Academy in Tashkent. After 10 days of intense …
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Who will Win the Candidates Tournament 2026? Predictions & Analysis
by L'immortaleThe FIDE Candidates and Women’s Candidates Tournaments 2026 are set to begin in Paphos, Cyprus, in less than a week! As the global chess community gathers its breath, the singular …
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Reykjavik Chess Open 2026: Vignir Vatnar Stefansson Claims Harpa Blitz Title
by L'immortaleThe 2026 Reykjavik Chess Open officially kicks off today in Iceland’s capital, but the festivities began early with yesterday’s opening party and the high-energy Harpa Blitz 2026. The tournament drew …
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FIDE Issues Security & Logistics Briefing for Candidates 2026
by L'immortaleAs the chess community awaits the scheduled opening of the FIDE Candidates Tournament this Saturday, a series of alarming developments has cast a shadow over the event. One of the top-seeds of …
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Alexander Grischuk Claims 1 BTC Prize at the BTC960 Championship in Roatan
by pinnedrookThe tropical paradise of Roatan, Honduras, played host to one of the most innovative events in modern chess history. The BTC960 Championship, held from March 16 to March 22, 2026, …
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European Chess Union to Discuss Strict Sanctions on Bulgaria Over Chess Federation Crisis
by pinnedrookThe long-standing governance crisis in Bulgarian chess has reached a critical point. Following a series of legal battles and administrative disputes, the European Chess Union (ECU) has issued a stern …