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Why Hikaru Nakamura will not be participating in newly introduced FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship
FIDE had organised two Fischer Random World Championships in 2019 and 2022. Nakamura was the winner of the second tournament and he seems to be content with that.
Tata Steel Chess India: Gukesh's last-minute replacement Nihal Sarin trumps Viswanathan Anand to win open rapid title
Nihal Sarin has won the Tata Steel Chess India 2026 Open Rapid title in Kolkata despite a last-minute entry, finishing ahead of former world champion Viswanathan Anand.
Explained: What changes in the new FIDE Circuit format for 2026-27 seasons
FIDE has introduced a revamped Circuit with a new two-year format from 2026. The changes include stricter balance rules and a clearer qualification path to the 2028 Candidates Tournament.
Tata Steel Chess India: Viswanathan Anand in joint lead with Nihal Sarin despite loss to Arjun Erigaisi
Anand bounced back with wins against Hans Niemann and Volodar Murzin to continue his lead. Sarin earned three wins on the day and led with Anand at 4.5/6 points.
Freestyle Chess co-founder opens up on truce with FIDE that led to brand new World Championship: 'Now we are all friends'
FIDE and Freestyle Chess had engaged in a heated feud last year but have finally joined hands to organise a World Championship in Weissenhaus next month.
'Lot better than Messi at 12': Magnus Carlsen praises Faustino Oro who is close to becoming youngest ever Grandmaster
Faustino Oro, nicknamed Messi of Chess, has made heads turn around the chess world with the prodigy getting a lot of praise from several great players.
FIDE ends feud with freestyle chess organisers to announce another world championship
Magnus Carlsen had declared in 2024 that he was "at full war with FIDE" after the chess governing body had denied permission to privately crown a freestyle chess world champion.
Tata Steel Chess 2026: Viswanathan Anand returns after six years; Arjun, Pragg to lead Open as Gukesh and Carlsen sit out
The Tata Steel Chess India Rapid & Blitz Open 2026 begins in Kolkata with stars like Viswanathan Anand, Arjun Erigaisi, R Praggnanandhaa and Vidhit Gujrathi in action, while D Gukesh and Magnus Carlsen will be absent.
'Magnus is very influential': Carlsen faces scrutiny over table slam incidents against Gukesh and Arjun
Magnus Carlsen had angrily slammed the table after his defeat against D Gukesh during Norway Chess in June and produced an encore of the outburst after losing to Arjun Erigaisi in the World Rapid and Blitz Championships last month.
Magnus Carlsen tops chess earnings in 2025 with nearly $1.5 million in prize money
Magnus Carlsen topped the global chess prize-money list in 2025 after winning the World Rapid and Blitz titles in Doha and excelling across other major tournaments.
Carlsen's ex-coach shuts down talk of Norwegian GM competing in 'B-events' to maintain No 1 Classical rating
Despite being semi-retired in Classical chess since opting against defending his world title in 2023, Magnus Carlsen continues to occupy the top spot in the FIDE ratings for the format, having been No 1 continuously since July 2011.
Why D Gukesh pulled out of Tata Steel Chess tournament in Kolkata?
D Gukesh, last seen at the World Rapid and Blitz Championship, has withdrawn from the 2026 Tata Steel Chess India which would have been his first tournament of the year.
Arjun Erigaisi unlocks historic feat after stellar run in World Rapid and Blitz Championships
Arjun Erigaisi kept the Indian flag flying high in Doha during the 2025 World Rapid and Blitz Championships, where he won a bronze in both categories. Thanks to his stellar run, the 22-year-old Grandmaster has unlocked a unique achievement.
Garry Kasparov hails Carlsen’s vision, hunger as world No 1 plays down comparisons: 'Magnus's view is far and unobstructed'
Garry Kasparov showered high praise on Magnus Carlsen as he reacted to the world No 1's comments over comparing him to the Russian chess great after winning the 20th world title.
Vladimir Kramnik takes FIDE to court over claims he harassed players with cheating allegations: 'Human language didn't work'
Russian chess legend Vladimir Kramnik has filed a defamation lawsuit against FIDE in a Swiss court after being accused of harassing players with unsubstantiated cheating allegations. The case follows controversy surrounding the suicide of Daniel Naroditsky.
Virat Kohli leads wishes as sports world welcomes New Year 2026: 'Keep pushing to be your best version'
As 2026 begins, sports stars from across the world including Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, Anish Giri and Mithali Raj share heartfelt New Year wishes.
India's 2026 Sports Calendar: Every event you need to know for the next 12 months
India’s 2026 sports calendar will feature a packed schedule with major events across cricket, chess, hockey, athletics and multi-sport competitions. From the ICC Men’s and Women’s T20 World Cups to the Asian Games, here’s a complete list of tournaments Indian athletes will compete in during 2026.
Magnus Carlsen shrugs off Garry Kasparov comparisons after another double win: 'I think other people...'
Magnus Carlsen once again played down comparisons with Garry Kasparov after winning the 2025 World Blitz Chess Championship and completing 20 world titles. Here's how he responded when asked what it would take to convince him that he had the greatest chess career of all time.
Major Sports Events in 2026: From ICC T20 World Cup to FIFA World Cup, 8 sporting events you can't afford to miss
Major sports events in 2026 include the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, FIFA Men’s World Cup, Winter Olympics, and more. Check out the eight biggest sporting events you can’t afford to miss in this year.
Magnus Carlsen underlines his chess prowess after World Blitz Championship win, sends message to critics: ‘Ruling me out...'
Magnus Carlsen sent a stinging reminder to his detractors and competitors after winning a ninth World Blitz title, underlining his chess prowess and ability to come back from the brink.
Why Magnus Carlsen used duct tape to cover sponsor logo at World Rapid & Blitz Championships
Magnus Carlsen used duct tape to cover a sponsor logo during the 2025 World Rapid Chess Championship in Doha even as he appeared with the same sponsor logo on the opening day. He did the same in the World Blitz Championship.
Magnus Carlsen makes brilliant comeback to win World Blitz title in tense final: 'One of the hardest events'
Magnus Carlsen completed a stunning double title win in the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships 2025 in Doha by defeating Nodirbek Abdusattorov in the Blitz final. India’s Arjun Erigaisi claimed the bronze medal, while Bibisara Assaubayeva won the women’s title.
Arjun Erigaisi settles for bronze in World Blitz Championship after identical result in Rapid
Arjun Erigaisi settled for a bronze medal at the World Blitz Championship in Doha after suffering a semifinal defeat to Nodirbek Abdusattorov, who advanced to the finals to face Magnus Carlsen.
Magnus Carlsen knocks over pieces and loses on forfeit after another incident at World Blitz Championship - WATCH
Magnus Carlsen lost his Round 14 game by forfeit at the FIDE World Blitz Championship 2025 after knocking over multiple pieces under time pressure. This is the second dramatic incident involving Carlsen in Doha.
'Don’t think we should be normalizing tantrums like that': Carlsen blasted by fellow players after slamming table again
Magnus Carlsen is facing criticism after slamming the table in frustration during a loss to Arjun Erigaisi at the FIDE World Blitz Chess Championship 2025. This was not the first time Carlsen reacted angrily after losing a game. He had displayed similar frustrations during a match against Gukesh earlier this year.
Magnus Carlsen slams table again after Arjun Erigaisi stuns him in World Blitz Championship: 'It was a mess'
The win against Magnus Carlsen helped Arjun Erigaisi emerge as the top contender on the opening day of the FIDE World Blitz Championship 2025. Erigaisi finished the day on top in a three-way tie.
Gukesh opens up on World Rapid Championship dip after strong start: 'Little below expectations'
World champion Gukesh Dommaraju has reflected on his World Rapid Championship 2025 campaign in Doha, admitting his performance dipped after a strong start and calling it a little below expectations.
Gukesh makes big mistake as he loses to 12-year-old chess prodigy in World Blitz Championship - WATCH
World champion Gukesh Dommaraju suffered a shock defeat at the FIDE World Blitz Championship 2025 in Doha after losing to 12-year-old prodigy Sergey Sklokin following a costly blunder.
PM Modi lauds Koneru Humpy, Arjun Erigaisi after historic bronze at FIDE World Rapid Championships
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Koneru Humpy and Arjun Erigaisi for winning bronze medals at the 2025 FIDE World Rapid Chess Championships in Doha.
'Absurd tiebreaker rule': FIDE slammed after Koneru Humpy denied shot at World Rapid title despite finishing with joint lead
Humpy's bid to become the only the second women to retain the rapid title after China’s Ju Wenjun failed in a bizarre manner and the Indian had to settle for bronze despite an unbeaten campaign where she was as good as anyone.