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Alireza Firouzja Wins Titled Tuesday with 10 Points on September 22

Alireza Firouzja Wins Titled Tuesday with 10 Points on September 22

Alireza Firouzja scored 10 points with 10 victories to win the Titled Tuesday on September 22. Runner-up Denis Lazavik won 8 times and drew 3 times, which led him to finish second with 9.5 points.

"The ratings of all Russians are objectively deflated right now..." — Ian Nepomniachtchi

"The ratings of all Russians are objectively deflated right now..." — Ian Nepomniachtchi

Ian Nepomniachtchi discussed Russia's theoretical chances at the 2026 Chess Olympiad. Nepo says that the Russian roster would be stronger than Germany, France, and England. Ian notes that the ratings…

"I will always try to be close to Abdusattorov, and it gives me a lot of motivation" — Javokhir Sindarov

"I will always try to be close to Abdusattorov, and it gives me a lot of motivation" — Javokhir Sindarov

Javokhir Sindarov shared his thoughts on Nodirbek Abdusattorov. Sindarov says that he grew up with Nodirbek and always looked up to him. Javokhir notes that the goal to play at a similar level to Abd…

"After losing to Germany we put our goals a lot less… Even if we get bronze, a team medal would be great" — Wesley So

"After losing to Germany we put our goals a lot less… Even if we get bronze, a team medal would be great" — Wesley So

Wesley So shared his opinion on Team USA's chances for a medal at the Chess Olympiad 2026. Wesley explains the difficulty of winning the gold medal. Wesley spoke about it in an interview with Chess24.

FIDE Approved Special Olympiad Schedule for Israel 8 Months Prior

FIDE Approved Special Olympiad Schedule for Israel 8 Months Prior

The Israeli Chess Federation (ICF) stated that they contacted FIDE in January and published the approval document. The document from January 15 confirms the ICF's request for a special schedule for t…

"Gukesh is a great guy... But I don't like this term 'World Champion' at all" — Alexei Shirov

"Gukesh is a great guy... But I don't like this term 'World Champion' at all" — Alexei Shirov

Spanish GM Alexei Shirov commented on Gukesh Dommaraju's title in an interview with ChessBase India. Shirov says that chess should not have a World Champion title. Alexei notes that he has nothing ag…

"USA has no margin for error if they want to have any hope of competing for the gold medal" — Hikaru Nakamura

"USA has no margin for error if they want to have any hope of competing for the gold medal" — Hikaru Nakamura

Hikaru Nakamura commented on Team USA's loss to Germany at the Chess Olympiad 2026. Hikaru says that the US team needs to win all remaining matches to reach the gold medal. Nakamura notes Niemann's l…

"Rosenstein doesn't like to participate in public discussion, if I understood correctly..." — Timur Turlov

"Rosenstein doesn't like to participate in public discussion, if I understood correctly..." — Timur Turlov

Timur Turlov commented on the situation with Wadim Rosenstein disconnecting from the 2026 Presidential Debate. Turlov believes that Wadim does not like to participate in public discussion. Timur says…

"Chess is beyond politics!" — Former FIDE President Kirsan Ilyumzhinov

"Chess is beyond politics!" — Former FIDE President Kirsan Ilyumzhinov

Former FIDE President Kirsan Ilyumzhinov shared his thoughts on the influence of politics in chess. Ilyumzhinov calls political bans in chess a destructive element. Kirsan states that chess should be…

Israel Skips the Match Against the Netherlands Due to Religious Holiday

Israel Skips the Match Against the Netherlands Due to Religious Holiday

The 6th round of the Chess Olympiad 2026 took place in Samarkand on September 21. The national team of Israel was scheduled to play against the team of the Netherlands. The members of the Israeli tea…

"It feels great! We earned a lot of tiebreak points…" — Ding Liren on Defeating Team Germany

"It feels great! We earned a lot of tiebreak points…" — Ding Liren on Defeating Team Germany

Ding Liren commented on his team's victory over Team Germany at the Chess Olympiad 2026. Ding says that his team earned a significant number of tiebreak points, and notes Vincent Keymer's mistake in …

Women's Chess Olympiad 2026 Round 6: China and Kazakhstan lead with 12 points

Women's Chess Olympiad 2026 Round 6: China and Kazakhstan lead with 12 points

China and Kazakhstan lead the Women's section of the 46th Chess Olympiad with 12 match points each, as the event passed the midpoint with six of 11 rounds played. China beat Poland 3.5-0.5, Kazakhsta…

Chess Olympiad 2026 Round 6: Uzbekistan leads with 12 points

Chess Olympiad 2026 Round 6: Uzbekistan leads with 12 points

Team Uzbekistan leads the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad in Samarkand with 12 points after six rounds. Uzbekistan is the only team with a perfect score, winning all six matches.

"Denis also has a trolling personality to him..." — Anish Giri on Lazavik's Quotes

"Denis also has a trolling personality to him..." — Anish Giri on Lazavik's Quotes

Anish Giri commented on Denis Lazavik's recent statements. Giri says that Lazavik is trolling, and believes that the situation will not cause problems for Denis. Anish spoke about it in an interview …

China Takes the Lead — Chess Olympiad Day 4

China Takes the Lead — Chess Olympiad Day 4

The 4th day of the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad 2026 in Samarkand has concluded. 8 national teams finished the 4th round with 8 points in total. Team 🇨🇳 China leads the tournament with 55 tiebreak points.

"I would love to bring Magnus and Hikaru back into Classical competition..." — Wadim Rosenstein

"I would love to bring Magnus and Hikaru back into Classical competition..." — Wadim Rosenstein

Wadim Rosenstein spoke about Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura in an interview with Reuters. Rosenstein says he wants to bring Carlsen and Nakamura back into active Classical play, and notes that he…

Ashraf, Sarana, and Xiong Won Their 3 0 Thursdays on September 17

Ashraf, Sarana, and Xiong Won Their 3 0 Thursdays on September 17

Iranian FM Artin Ashraf scored 10 points with 10 victories to win the First 3 0 Thursday on September 17. Serbian GM Alexey Sarana and American GM Jeffery Xiong both scored 9.5 points to win the Seco…

"Our player had to ask the arbiter whether I was allowed to give him a banana..." — German Team Coach Jan Gustafsson

"Our player had to ask the arbiter whether I was allowed to give him a banana..." — German Team Coach Jan Gustafsson

German team coach Jan Gustafsson spoke about the restrictions for coaches at the Chess Olympiad 2026. Gustafsson says he cannot be responsible for draws and cannot communicate with other coaches. Jan…

Uzbekistan and China Tied for 3rd Place, India for 7th — Chess Olympiad Day 3

Uzbekistan and China Tied for 3rd Place, India for 7th — Chess Olympiad Day 3

The 3rd day of the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad 2026 in Samarkand has concluded. 21 national teams finished the 3rd round with 6 points in total. Team 🇷🇴 Romania leads the tournament with 32 tiebreak poin…

"Life is not only about chess. I still have other hobbies. Many sports and some kinds of movies" — Ding Liren

"Life is not only about chess. I still have other hobbies. Many sports and some kinds of movies" — Ding Liren

Ding Liren spoke about his break from chess in an interview with chess24. Ding explains that he has other interests besides chess. Liren credits his teammates for the success in team tournaments.

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