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Chess players could find themselves facing the greatest player in the game’s history when Magnus Carlsen makes a spectacular return to the XTX Markets London Chess Classic next month. The …

The full ten-player line-up for the 2026 XTX Markets London Chess Classic has been announced, bringing together some of the biggest names in world chess for the UK’s most prestigious …

The XTX Markets London Chess Classic (LCC) returns to the capital between 24th November and 6th December 2026. Last year Uzbekistan’s GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov produced a thrilling six-game winning streak …

ChessFest, Britain’s unique free festival of chess, will celebrate a piece of London’s history this year: the classic Immortal Game played in the city almost exactly 175 years ago. More …

We are delighted to announce that ChessFest will be returning to Trafalgar Square on Sunday 12th July 2026, 12pm-7pm.  Once again, we’ll be taking over the whole square for a day of …

Chess in Schools and Communities is pleased to confirm the final line-up of the 2024 XTX Markets London Chess Classic (LCC) which takes place at the Emirates Stadium, home to …

Eight of the world’s top chess grandmasters will compete in the 2024 XTX Markets London Chess Classic (LCC) from November 29 to December 7. The line-up includes: Spectators will be …

Chess in Schools and Communities is proud to announce the return of the London Chess Classic in December 2024. The 14th edition of our flagship event, sponsored by XTX Markets, …

I would like to thank organizers of the Clash of Blames for providing equal conditions and respectful attitude for both players. Big difference comparing to the previous event. Online part …

“The Clash of Blames: Vladimir Kramnik vs. José Martínez” was held from August 19-21 in London as a rematch of “The Clash of Claims”, which took place in June in …