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Why Magnus Carlsen is not promoting his own venture Take Take Take app's game-changing move
Take Take Take, a chess app co-founded by world No 1 Magnus Carlsen, has entered the 'play and learn' sector. Carlsen, however, was conspicuously absent from the app's big launch. Here's why...
Giri plays down 'two-horse race' suggestions with Sindarov after beating Caruana in Candidates: 'Too much credit...'
Dutch GM Anish Giri defeated pre-tournament favourite and world No 3 Fabiano Caruana in Round 9 to collect his second consecutive win at the ongoing Fide Candidates and move into the second spot in the 'Open' standings, behind Javokhir Sindarov.
Netflix's Chess Mates review: Carlsen shock, ‘anal beads’ conspiracy and Niemann’s ‘stone cold killer’ prophecy
Netflix's documentary on the Magnus Carlsen vs Hans Niemann feud was released on Wednesday. Here's what we think about the US streaming giant's take on the 2022 chess cheating scandal.
Magnus Carlsen breaks silence on Niemann cheating row in explosive Netflix revelation: 'He was not that good'
Magnus Carlsen has revealed new details about why he suspected Hans Niemann of cheating during their controversial clash at the Sinquefield Cup 2022 in Netflix’s documentary Untold: Chess Mates.
How Indian-origin Bodhana Sivanandan is inspiring a generation and boosting chess in England
Bodhana Sivanandan becoming Britain's No 1 female player at just 11 means much more than a ranking. It highlights her immense talent, reflects the multicultural face of chess in the UK, and could inspire many for years to come.
Nakamura rips into 'idiots' after first win at Fide Candidates, says he belongs to highest level: 'Nice to shut up the...'
Hikaru Nakamura did not hold back as he ripped into his critics, calling them 'idiots' after he defeated Fabiano Caruana on Tuesday for his first victory in Fide Candidates 2026.
How Divya Deshmukh converted a certain loss vs Anna Muzychuk into victory to join leaders in Fide Candidates 2026
Divya Deshmukh was in a difficult position in her Round 8 match against leader Anna Muzychuk. However, she pounced on her opponent's mistakes and earned a remarkable comeback victory to climb to the top of the women's Candidates standings.
Sindarov praised for displaying 'champion's attitude' after flippant reaction to prep leak: 'Very impressive'
Javokhir Sindarov's preparation during the Chess World Cup were leaked online but the Uzbek Grandmaster has remained nonchalant about the prep leak.
Niemann makes latest claim against Carlsen as cheating scandal documentary releases on Netflix: ‘Let that sink in’
Hans Niemann made yet another claim against Magnus Carlsen and others he had named in a US$100 million lawsuit four years ago on the day of the release of Untold: Chess Mates, a Netflix documentary that explores the infamous 2022 chess cheating scandal in detail.
Fide Candidates 2026 Chess Round 8 Highlights: Praggnanandhaa loses to Giri; Divya in joint-lead with Vaishali
Fide Candidates 2026 Round 8 Highlights: R Praggnanandhaa resigns in 44 moves against Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri, whom he had defeated in the opening round of the 2026 Fide Candidates in Cyprus. Divya Deshmukh, meanwhile, moves into the joint-lead with R Vaishali in the women's section after defeating Anna Muzychuk.
Magnus Carlsen sends warning to Fide Candidates leader Sindarov: ‘Hard to be in his position'
Chess great Magnus Carlsen has sent a stern warning to Fide Candidates 2026 leader Javokhir Sindarov as the 20-year-old Grandmaster resumes his quest to win the prestigious tournament.
Carlsen doubted him, Anand backed him: Sindarov leads Fide Candidates 2026 as prediction goes viral
Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura downplayed Sindarov's chances of winning the Fide Candidates 2026 before the tournament began but Indian great Viswanathan Anand picked him as a possible winner. Sindarov currently leads at the halfway stage of the event.
Magnus Carlsen in complicated situation after his start-up attacks biggest chess platform: 'It’s in conflict with...'
Magnus Carlsen is facing a tricky situation as his startup launched a direct attack on Chess.com. Here's why the five-time world champion could land into a conflict.
How Praggnanandhaa can still win FIDE Candidates 2026? Hopes of all-Indian world title clash slim but not impossible
Praggnanandhaa is joint third in the FIDE Candidates 2026 standings with just one victory at the half-way stage. He needs to go on a miraculous run in the second half of the tournament to have a shot at winning the event.
Carlsen left frustrated with playing conditions at Grenke after draw against Keymer: 'Felt like no oxygen was getting to my head'
Vincent Keymer held Magnus Carlsen for a draw in the seventh round at the Grenke Freestyle Open but the world number one was really frustrated with the conditions in the playing hall.
Niemann says Sindarov unlikely to relinquish Candidates lead, appears set for ‘crazy’ Gukesh showdown: ‘Unless Fabi…'
Javokhir Sindarov finds himself leading by a point-and-a-half at the halfway stage of the 2026 Fide Candidates in Cyprus. And according to American GM Hans Niemann, he already has his sights set on a 'crazy' World Championship showdown with D Gukesh.
Fide Candidates 2026 Chess Round 7 Highlights: Praggnanandhaa holds Caruana to a draw; Vaishali collects another win
Fide Candidates 2026 Round 7 Highlights: Javokhir Sindarov, meanwhile, misses out on a fifth consecutive victory at the 2026 Fide Candidates as Dutch GM Anish Giri fights back brilliantly to hold the current leader to an 85-move stalemate in the seventh round.
Fide CEO hits back at Nakamura over criticism of 'essential' Candidates anti-cheating measures: 'No other participant...'
Fide CEO Emil Sutovsky slammed Hikaru Nakamura over his criticism of the anti-cheating measures in place for the 2026 Candidates in Cyprus, with the latter even suggesting players were being treated like "Mossad agents in Iran".
Nakamura reveals how poor Candidates results forced him to settle for draw against Praggnanandhaa: 'I’ve made so many blunders'
Hikaru Nakamura and R Praggnanandhaa settled for a quick draw in the sixth round of the ongoing FIDE Candidates. Nakamura has now revealed why he offered an easy draw early in the clash.
What are the anti-cheating measures at FIDE Candidates 2026 that triggered debate among top players
As top chess players clash over anti-cheating measures at the 2026 FIDE Candidates in Cyprus, let's take a look at the strict protocols that are keeping the tournament fair.
Magnus Carlsen reacts to Javokhir Sindarov's red-hot run at Fide Candidates: 'Nobody expects you to...'
Five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen couldn't help but heap praise on 20-year-old Uzbekistani Grandmaster Javokhir Sindarov, who is in the middle of a dominant run at the ongoing Fide Candidates with a score of 5.5 out of 6.
Fide Candidates 2026 Chess Round 6 Highlights: Vaishali, Divya snap winless run, Praggnanandhaa collects another draw
Fide Candidates 2026 Round 6 Highlights: R Vaishali and Divya Deshmukh defeat Kateryna Lagno and Bibisara Assaubayeva respectively, collecting their first wins of the 2026 Candidates after four draws and a loss. R Praggnanandhaa, meanwhile, accepts an offer for a draw from Hikaru Nakamura.
Hikaru Nakamura loses cool on trainers after Sindarov blows him away at Fide Candidates: 'Can’t be mad at myself'
Hikaru Nakamura has criticised his seconds after suffering a shocking and embarrassing loss to Javokhir Sindarov in round five of the ongoing Fide candidates 2026.
Niemann attacks Nakamura again over criticism of Candidates anti-cheating measures: 'Made numerous public accusations...'
Hikaru Nakamura had recently criticised the 'excessive' anti-cheating measures at the Fide Candidates, where he is one of eight participants in the 'Open' section. Fellow American Grandmaster Hans Niemann, however, attacking the world No 2 on the topic...
Magnus Carlsen has opponent's phone snatched by arbiter after obliging selfie request at Grenke Chess Festival
Magnus Carlsen found himself getting a selfie request for the second time in the span of a year at the Grenke Chess Festival in Karlsruhe. And though he obliged Kazakhstan WGM Alua Nurman's request, the world No 1 made it a point to contact an arbiter right after.
Fide Candidates 2026 Chess Round 5 Highlights: Praggnanandhaa held to draw as Sindarov, Caruana win
Fide Candidates 2026 Round 5 Highlights: Javokhir Sindarov consolidates himself at the top of the 'Open' standings after defeating Hikaru Nakamura in 41 moves while Fabiano Caruana remains in touching distance with his victory over Matthias Bluebaum. R Praggnanandhaa, meanwhile, remains joint-third with 2.5 points.
Gukesh’s Olympiad heroics hailed as ‘greatest ever’ by Scottish Grandmaster amid Indian chess star’s drastic step
Amid an alarming loss of form and drastic changes to his 2026 schedule, world chess champion D Gukesh has received ultimate praise from a Scottish Grandmaster, who called his performance at the 45th Chess Olympiad one of the best ever.
Meet Bodhana Sivanandan, India-origin 11-year-old who is Britain’s top female chess player
India-origin Bodhana Sivanandan, 11, has become Britain’s top female chess player. Here's more on her chess journey and India connection.
Sindarov 'really surprised' with Gukesh opting out of Grand Chess Tour, looks forward to 'dream' GCT debut
World champion D Gukesh had opted out of this year's Grand Chess Tour, citing his poor form and a desire to come back stronger ahead of his title defence later this year. Here's how Javokhir Sindarov, the Indian GM's replacement in GCT 2026, reacted to the development.
Can Praggnanandhaa win 2026 Candidates? Decoding Indian Grandmaster's chances after first four rounds
R Praggnanandhaa, the lone Indian in the 'Open' section of the 2026 Fide Candidates in Cyprus, began his campaign with a victory over Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri, and currently finds himself joint-third in the standings after four rounds.