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Magnus Carlsen Wins TePe Sigeman & Co 2026 on Tiebreaks

Magnus Carlsen Wins TePe Sigeman & Co 2026 on Tiebreaks

The 7th and the final day of the TePe Sigeman & Co 2026 in Malmo has concluded. After 3 Tiebreak rounds, Magnus Carlsen defeated Arjun Erigaisi 2 times to win the tournament with 7/10 overall points.

Erdogmus Blunders Chance to Win TePe Sigeman & Co

Erdogmus Blunders Chance to Win TePe Sigeman & Co

14-year-old Turkish GM Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus lost his game with Magnus Carlsen in the final round of TePe Sigeman & Co 2026. The Evaluation Bar showed balance throughout the game, and Yagiz made a blun…

Alireza: “If you win a Grand Chess Tour — you’re one of the best players of the year”

Alireza: “If you win a Grand Chess Tour — you’re one of the best players of the year”

French GM Alireza Firouzja shared his opinion about the Grand Chess Tour. Alireza notes the significance of winning the tour, points out the advantage in the combination of formats, and expresses his…

"The Rules Are to Be Used Against Any Opposition" - Peter Heine Nielsen on FIDE Election

"The Rules Are to Be Used Against Any Opposition" - Peter Heine Nielsen on FIDE Election

The FIDE Council issued a formal reminder on May 5 warning federations, officials, and candidates against campaigning before the official electoral period for the 2026 General Assembly elections, set…

“There's always something going on for both me and Sindarov...” — Gukesh on Defeating Javokhir

“There's always something going on for both me and Sindarov...” — Gukesh on Defeating Javokhir

Reigning World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju shared his reaction to the win over Uzbek GM Javokhir Sindarov in round 5 of the GCT Super Rapid & Blitz Poland 2026. Gukesh expresses joy from the victory, a…

TePe Sigeman & Co Day 6: Erigaisi Takes The Lead

TePe Sigeman & Co Day 6: Erigaisi Takes The Lead

The 6th day of the TePe Sigeman & Co 2026 in Malmo has concluded. After 6 rounds, Arjun Erigaisi leads with 4.5 points, while Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus is in second place with 4 points.

15-year-old Sina Movahed Wins Baku Open 2026 Undefeated

15-year-old Sina Movahed Wins Baku Open 2026 Undefeated

The 9th day of the Baku Open 2026 in Azerbaijan has concluded. After 9 rounds, Iranian GM Sina Movahed scored 7 wins and 2 draws to win the tournament with 8/9 points. Movahed is 1.5 points ahead of …

“I sincerely do not understand how Gukesh managed to become World Champion...” — Russian YouTuber Ilya Levitov

“I sincerely do not understand how Gukesh managed to become World Champion...” — Russian YouTuber Ilya Levitov

Russian content creator Ilya Levitov commented on reigning World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju’s performance at the GCT Super Rapid & Blitz Poland 2026. Levitov questions Gukesh’s title, and notes he doe…

Gukesh Defeats Sindarov in Rapid at GCT

Gukesh Defeats Sindarov in Rapid at GCT

Reigning World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju defeated Uzbek GM Javokhir Sindarov in round 5 of GCT Super Rapid & Blitz Poland 2026. The game ended in 52 moves.

Magnus: "I feel really lucky I managed to survive against Zhu Liner…"

Magnus: "I feel really lucky I managed to survive against Zhu Liner…"

Magnus Carlsen commented on his game against Chinese GM Zhu Liner in the 5th round of TePe Sigeman & Co 2026. Magnus says his position was dangerous, and notes how he got lost during the game.

All Regional Events of the WR Chess Women’s Tour Are Set

All Regional Events of the WR Chess Women’s Tour Are Set

WR Chess CEO Wadim Rosenstein announced that the African part of the Women’s Chess Tour 2026 will take place in Maputo, the capital of Mozambique. The event will run from August 21-22.

Sindarov: "After the Candidates, I didn't touch chess at all..."

Sindarov: "After the Candidates, I didn't touch chess at all..."

Uzbek GM Javokhir Sindarov shared what he did between the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 and GCT Super Rapid & Blitz Poland 2026. Sindarov says he didn't play chess after the Candidates, explains th…

“I think it should be a forfeit!” — Niemann on Gukesh Knocking Pieces at GCT

“I think it should be a forfeit!” — Niemann on Gukesh Knocking Pieces at GCT

American GM Hans Moke Niemann shared his opinion on how Gukesh Dommaraju pressed the clock with pieces knocked over. Niemann explains the situation, says Gukesh wanted to avoid losing on time, and be…

TePe Sigeman & Co Day 5: Erdogmus and Erigaisi Share the Lead

TePe Sigeman & Co Day 5: Erdogmus and Erigaisi Share the Lead

The 5th day of the TePe Sigeman & Co 2026 in Malmo has concluded. After 5 rounds, 2 players share the lead with 3.5 points each, with Arjun Erigaisi leading on tiebreaks.

Hikaru Nakamura Wins Titled Tuesday with 10 Points on May 5

Hikaru Nakamura Wins Titled Tuesday with 10 Points on May 5

American GM Hikaru Nakamura scored 10 points with 10 wins to win Titled Tuesday on May 5. Runner-up Sina Movahed won 8 times, drew twice and lost once, which led him to finish second with 9 points.

Punta Cana To Host WR Chess Women’s Tour in July

Punta Cana To Host WR Chess Women’s Tour in July

WR Chess CEO Wadim Rosenstein announced that the American part of the Women’s Chess Tour 2026 will take place in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The event will run from July 1-2.

"The damage caused by Webster President is irreparable!" — Susan Polgar Corrects Webster's Chess Program Closure Report

"The damage caused by Webster President is irreparable!" — Susan Polgar Corrects Webster's Chess Program Closure Report

Hungarian GM Susan Polgar published a post about the closure of the Susan Polgar Institute for Chess Excellence (SPICE) program at Webster University. Susan notes the difficulty of presenting this ne…

"Magnus is clearly out of preparation..." — Hikaru On Foreest Defeating Carlsen

"Magnus is clearly out of preparation..." — Hikaru On Foreest Defeating Carlsen

American GM Hikaru Nakamura shared his opinion on Magnus Carlsen's defeat to Dutch GM Jorden van Foreest in round 4 of TePe Sigeman & Co 2026. Nakamura says Magnus is playing aggressively, discusses …

Niemann: "Erik and Danny want to publish our DMs? But I never replied to them!"

Niemann: "Erik and Danny want to publish our DMs? But I never replied to them!"

American GM Hans Moke Niemann commented on Chess.com CEO Erik Allebest’s offer to publish their personal text message history to the public. Niemann says he did not reply to Erik and Chess.com CCO Da…

“I'm not thinking much about it... Everything is completely different here” — Sindarov on Facing Gukesh at GCT

“I'm not thinking much about it... Everything is completely different here” — Sindarov on Facing Gukesh at GCT

Uzbek GM Javokhir Sindarov shared his thoughts on facing reigning World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju at the GCT Super Rapid & Blitz Poland 2026. Sindarov says he is not thinking about it, compares the t…

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