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Niemann takes dig at Nakamura over Candidates struggles: 'Those who compete against top level competition...'

Hikaru Nakamura is the highest-rated player at the ongoing Fide Candidates but it was the manner in which he had qualified for the prestigious tournament that was controversial, which fellow American GM Hans Niemann had addressed in a recent social media post.

World No 2 Hikaru Nakamura blasts Fide over Candidates anti-cheating arrangements: 'Mossad agents inside Iran'

World No 2 Hikaru Nakamura is among the eight participants in the ongoing Candidates tournament in Cyprus and criticised Fide for having excessive anti-cheating measures in place for the prestigious event.

Sindarov shuts down question on Gukesh after beating Caruana in Fide Candidates: 'I don't want to...'

Javokhir Sindarov was asked a question pertaining to reigning Classical world champion D Gukesh after surging into the sole lead at the Fide Candidates following his stunning fourth-round victory over Fabiano Caruana. Here's what the Uzbekistani GM said in response...

Sindarov sends warning to Gukesh with stunning win against Candidates favourite Caruana: ‘Good chances of winning’

Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov positioned himself as an early favourite in the 2026 Fide Candidates tournament in Cyprus with his fourth-round victory over world No 3 Fabiano Caruana on Wednesday helping him move into the sole lead.

D Gukesh decision to opt for a lighter schedule is not a move to hide, but to recalibrate ahead of bigger challenges

Reigning world champion D Gukesh had recently announced that he was going to skip a majority of events in the 2026 Grand Chess Tour, participating as a wildcard in a couple of rapid and blitz events. Here's why the 19-year-old's decision is one that is worthy of praise.

How Praggnanandhaa fell to Sindarov under time pressure, slipped from lead at FIDE Candidates 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa suffered a shocking defeat to Javokhir Sindarov in the third round of Fide Candidates 2026, denting his chances of becoming the next world title challenger.

D Gukesh cuts down schedule: The tournaments the chess world champion will still play in 2026

Reigning world champion D Gukesh has announced a break from long classical events after a tough start to 2026 season. Here is his updated tournament schedule and the events he will play this year.

Fide Candidates 2026 Highlights, Round 3: Setback for Praggnanandhaa as he loses to Sindarov; Caruana beats Wei Yi

Fide Candidates 2026 Round 3 Highlights: R Praggnanandhaa suffered a crushing defeat to Javokhir Sindarov on Tuesday. A loss with White pieces that can comeback to haunt him. Meanwhile, Fabiano Caruana demolished Wei Yi to win his second match.

Gukesh announces major changes to rediscover form, speaks honestly on social media: 'My performance has been...'

Chess world champion D Gukesh has made some big changes to his schedule in 2026 as he gets ready to defend his title later this year. Gukesh announced the changes on social media.

Praggnanandhaa admits missing key moment vs Wei Yi at Fide Candidates after grinding out draw: 'I still need to learn...'

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa held Wei Yi to a draw in Round 2 of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus. The 20-year-old reflected on a critical moment he missed during the game and why it would have been a better option compared to what he played.

FIDE Candidates 2026 Round 2 Highlights: Praggnanandhaa secures draw vs Wei Yi with Black pieces

FIDE Candidates 2026 Round 2 Highlights: R Praggnanandhaa launched a dogged defence against Chinese Grandmaster Wei Yi, securing a valuable draw. Praggnanandhaa now has 1.5 points after two round. Divya Deshmukh and R Vaishali's match in Women's Candidates also ended in a draw.

Magnus Carlsen's former teammate reveals nervy moments from world chess title defence vs Karjakin, Caruana: 'Very tough'

Magnus Carlsen was made to sweat hard in the World Chess Championship matches of 2016 and 2018. His second during those matches Jan Gustafsson has now revealed some interesting details about those matches.

FIDE Candidates 2026 Round 1 results: Check latest standings in open, women's section after opening day

After a fascinating opening day at the 2026 Candidates, we have three men at the top of the standings in open section while all the women are on level terms thanks to draws.

Kasparov’s Gukesh comment slammed by veteran Grandmaster: 'He considered Kramnik a world champion'

Garry Kasparov had recently questioned D Gukesh's reign as world champion, stating that while he had won the title fair and square, the history of the Classical World Championship had concluded with Magnus Carlsen's reign.

Fide Candidates Round 1 Highlights: Praggnanandhaa beats Anish Giri; Divya Deshmukh and R Vaishali secure draws

Fide Candidates Round 1 Highlights: India's R Praggnanandhaa make a winning start by beating Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri in a thrilling opening game. Divya Deshmukh and R Vaishali drew their respective games in Women's Candidates.

Amid Gukesh's poor run, Candidates 2026 participant Esipenko comes to world champion's defence: 'He is still very...'

D Gukesh has been going through a lean patch since becoming the youngest chess world champion, struggling in the second half of 2025 including in the Classical format. Russian GM Andrey Esipenko, however, has come to the 19-year-old Indian chess star's defence.

Viswanathan Anand predicts R Praggnanandhaa's chances at Fide Candidates: 'He'll not be in...'

R Praggnanandhaa is the lone Indian in fray at the Candidates and former world champion Viswanathan Anand has made a bold prediction for the youngster.

FIDE Candidates 2026 Guide: Dates, players, venue, format, tiebreak rules, prize money, live streaming details

The first round of FIDE Candidates 2026 takes place on Sunday, March 29. Before things begin, take a look at all the major details for the highly anticipated tournament.

D Gukesh asked to name favourite for FIDE Candidates 2026; world champion gives smart reply: 'I don't...'

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh was asked to name a winner for the Fide Candidates 2026 which will produce the challenger for his world chess crown.

Fide Candidates: India's lone representative Praggnanandhaa out of form but impossible to rule out

Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa is the lone Indian in the ‘Open’ section of the Fide Candidates 2026 tournament in Cyprus, and enters the tournament on the back of a poor run in recent events, most notably at the Tata Steel Chess.

From India-Nepal roots to Fide Candidates 2026: Anish Giri’s global chess journey eyes ultimate breakthrough

Anish Giri, who has an Indian connection, has been in good form in the last few years and he will be hoping for another big push in his career as he sets his sights on winning the Fide Candidates that starts 29 March.

Javokhir Sindarov names two 'very strong opponents' he’s wary of ahead of Candidates debut

20-year-old Javokhir Sindarov might not be the favourite to win the Candidates, but he wants to give it a shot. However, he remains wary of two opponents who will make things hard for him.

World champion Gukesh's loss of form decoded by world No 5 Nodirbek Abdusattorov: 'I don’t think he has any...'

Why has D Gukesh suffered a loss of form spanning more than a year and stopped winning tournaments after a red-hot run in 2024. World No 5 Nodirbek Abdusattorov shares his thoughts on what has gone wrong for the reigning world champion since early 2025.

Viswanathan Anand names surprise favourite for Women’s Candidates, puts Divya and Vaishali as dark horses