The ongoing legal and political battle over the sovereignty of chess administration has reached a boiling point. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has issued a definitive ruling, partially …
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The 13th Annual Reno – Larry Evans Memorial Open is set to welcome chess competitors to downtown Reno, Nevada, from April 3–5, 2026. Organized by Weikel Chess, LLC and tournament …
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XVIII Pedro Lezcano Montalvo International Chess Open Underway in Las Palmas
by pinnedrookThe city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is currently hosting the XVIII International Chess Open Memorial Pedro Lezcano Montalvo. The tournament, which takes place at the Círculo Mercantil de …
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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 …