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Young Prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan Shines at European Chess Championships in Zagreb
27 Dec

Young Prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan Shines at European Chess Championships in Zagreb

Young chess enthusiast Bodhana Sivanandan has become a sensation beyond England’s borders. At just eight years old, she participated in the European Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships in Zagreb, where she achieved remarkable success, securing the title of best female participant in the blitz category with an impressive score of 8½ points out of 13.

Abhimanyu Puranik Triumphs in Sitges Tournament, Young Prodigy Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus Achieves Chess Milestone
26 Dec

Abhimanyu Puranik Triumphs in Sitges Tournament, Young Prodigy Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus Achieves Chess Milestone

At the Chessable Sunway Sitges Chess Festival 2023, India’s Grandmaster Abhimanyu Puranik showcased remarkable skill, winning his last four matches to secure the top spot with a score of 8.5 out of 10. The competition was fierce, with four contestants tying for second place. The United States’ Grandmaster Brandon Jacobson emerged as the runner-up after a tie-breaking playoff against Grandmaster Volodar Murzin. The young talent, 12-year-old Turkish International Master Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus, made headlines by earning his first grandmaster norm without losing a single match, scoring an impressive 7.5 out of 10.

Caruana Secures Top Position in FIDE Circuit
25 Dec

Caruana Secures Top Position in FIDE Circuit

At the close of November, Fabiano Caruana impressively maintained his winning streak in 2023. His victory at the 2023 GCT Sinquefield Cup marked his triumph as the FIDE Circuit champion. Since Caruana has already secured a place in the Candidates through the World Cup, the focus now shifts to the intense battle for the second position in the FIDE Circuit, a spot that guarantees entry into the prestigious Candidates tournament.

Carlsen Clinches Third Consecutive Victory at CCT Finals 2023
17 Dec

Carlsen Clinches Third Consecutive Victory at CCT Finals 2023

Magnus Carlsen, the Grandmaster, triumphed for the third time at the Champions Chess Tour Finals of 2023, clinching victory over Wesley So with a score of 2.5-1.5 on Saturday. Carlsen reflected on the tour’s trajectory, culminating in a pivotal game where he outmaneuvered So’s renowned defensive play.

Magnus Carlsen Fined by FIDE After Sinquefield Cup Withdrawal
16 Dec

Magnus Carlsen Fined by FIDE After Sinquefield Cup Withdrawal

The FIDE Ethics and Disciplinary Commission has made a decision regarding Magnus Carlsen’s exit from the Sinquefield Cup after his match with Hans Niemann in September 2022. The verdict is that Carlsen must pay a fine of €10,000 due to his exit without a valid reason.

Magnus Carlsen and Pep Guardiola
14 Dec

Magnus Carlsen and Pep Guardiola

In an exciting intersection of sports intellect, Magnus Carlsen, the reigning titan of chess, encountered the football strategist par excellence, Pep Guardiola. Guardiola, whose innovative tactics have steered teams like FC Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester City to the pinnacle of success, sat down with Carlsen in a discussion moderated by PUMA to delve into the strategic parallels between the cerebral game of chess and the dynamic world of football.

Chennai Masters 2023: India’s Premier Classical Chess Event
12 Dec

Chennai Masters 2023: India’s Premier Classical Chess Event

As we approach the year’s end, the chess community in India is buzzing with excitement for the Chennai Masters 2023, scheduled from December 15 to 21. This event, a collaborative effort by ChessBase India, MGD1, NODWIN Gaming, and the Tamil Nadu Government, marks a historic moment as India’s first-ever classical super tournament.

GM Leinier Dominguez Joins Sitges Chess Festival Eyeing Candidates Tournament Spot
11 Dec

GM Leinier Dominguez Joins Sitges Chess Festival Eyeing Candidates Tournament Spot

Grandmaster Leinier Dominguez has journeyed to Spain to partake in the Chessable Sunway Sitges Chess Festival. His aim? To secure a place in the prestigious Candidates tournament. Dominguez, a Cuban-American chess maestro, has recently confirmed his entry into this open competition in Sitges, a scenic town near Barcelona. His arrival adds a spark to the festival’s 10th anniversary celebrations.

Upcoming Updates to Chess Ratings in the New Year
10 Dec

Upcoming Updates to Chess Ratings in the New Year

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) is planning to update its player rating system starting January 1. These changes are designed to recalibrate player rankings, raise the minimum rating level, and modify the starting rating for new players.

Carlsen, Lazavik, Abdusattorov, Firouzja, Caruana, Nakamura, and So at the 2023 Champions Chess Tour Finals
09 Dec

Carlsen, Lazavik, Abdusattorov, Firouzja, Caruana, Nakamura, and So at the 2023 Champions Chess Tour Finals

The chess world is abuzz with anticipation as eight of its most formidable titans prepare to converge in Toronto for the eagerly awaited conclusion of the 2023 Champions Chess Tour Finals. This event promises to be a spectacular showcase of intellectual might and strategic mastery.