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MVL: "Some top chess players have autism traits..."

MVL: "Some top chess players have autism traits..."

French GM Maxime Vachier-Lagrave participated in a video with content creator Dina Belenkaya. Dina asked Maxime whether top chess players have autism. MVL says some players have traits associated wit…

TePe Sigeman & Co Day 4: Magnus Loses to Foreest, Erdogmus Takes the Lead

TePe Sigeman & Co Day 4: Magnus Loses to Foreest, Erdogmus Takes the Lead

The 4th day of the TePe Sigeman & Co 2026 in Malmo has concluded. After 4 rounds, Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus leads with 3 points, while Nodirbek Abdusattorov is in second place with 2.5 points.

“F*** you! But thanks for the ChessCom subscription…” — A Man Insults Nemo Zhou and Throws a Tantrum

“F*** you! But thanks for the ChessCom subscription…” — A Man Insults Nemo Zhou and Throws a Tantrum

Canadian WGM and streamer Nemo Zhou was playing with fans at a convention in Nevada. A man sat down to play with Nemo and told her the event was closing in half an hour at the start of the game.

Nepo: "Anyone would be a favorite against Gukesh if he continues to play like he did last year…"

Nepo: "Anyone would be a favorite against Gukesh if he continues to play like he did last year…"

Russian GM Ian Nepomniachtchi shared his opinion on the FIDE World Championship 2026. Nepomniachtchi names Javokhir Sindarov as the favorite at the moment, and notes the performance of Gukesh Dommara…

“Magnus himself called and asked if he could come to our tournament…” — Johan Sigeman

“Magnus himself called and asked if he could come to our tournament…” — Johan Sigeman

Lawyer and chess enthusiast Johan Sigeman explained how Magnus Carlsen came to play in TePe Sigeman & Co 2026. Johan says Magnus called the organizers himself to ask for participation, and shares his…

Hikaru: "I'm the second-best player by overall performance. I've played well in literally every tournament except this Candidates…"

Hikaru: "I'm the second-best player by overall performance. I've played well in literally every tournament except this Candidates…"

American GM Hikaru Nakamura reacted to a video where Magnus Carlsen responds to chess hot takes. Nakamura shared his opinion on the hot take that he is the second-best player in the world. Hikaru say…

TePe Sigeman & Co Day 3: Erdogmus and Erigaisi Join The Lead

TePe Sigeman & Co Day 3: Erdogmus and Erigaisi Join The Lead

The 3rd day of the TePe Sigeman & Co 2026 in Malmo has concluded. After 3 rounds, 5 players share the lead with 2 points each, with Nodirbek Abdusattorov leading on tiebreaks.

“Erik and Danny are truly sick individuals…” — Niemann vs. ChessCom Co-Founders

“Erik and Danny are truly sick individuals…” — Niemann vs. ChessCom Co-Founders

American GM Hans Moke Niemann held an ‘Ask Me Anything’ on Reddit on May 2. Chess.com co-founders Erik Allebest and Daniel Rensch posted their questions in the thread. Rensch [suggested](https://www.…

TePe Sigeman & Co Day 2: Woodward Leads with Magnus and Abdusattorov

TePe Sigeman & Co Day 2: Woodward Leads with Magnus and Abdusattorov

The 2nd day of the TePe Sigeman & Co 2026 in Malmo has concluded. After 2 rounds, 3 players share the lead with 1.5 points each, with Nodirbek Abdusattorov leading on tiebreaks.

Abdusattorov: “I'm here only because of Magnus!”

Abdusattorov: “I'm here only because of Magnus!”

Uzbek GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov explained why he's playing TePe Sigeman & Co 2026. Nodirbek says Magnus Carlsen's participation is his motivation, and notes that he won't be playing in the Grand Chess…

Jan-Krzysztof Duda Wins Freestyle Friday with 9 Points on May 1

Jan-Krzysztof Duda Wins Freestyle Friday with 9 Points on May 1

Polish GM Jan-Krzysztof Duda scored 8 wins and 2 draws to win the May 1st Freestyle Friday tournament with 9/11 points. Runner-up Jose Martinez won 8 times, drew twice, and lost once, which led him t…

TePe Sigeman & Co Day 1: Magnus Draws His First Classical Game in 6 Months

TePe Sigeman & Co Day 1: Magnus Draws His First Classical Game in 6 Months

The first day of the TePe Sigeman & Co 2026 in Malmo has concluded. After 1 round, 2 players share the lead with 1 point each, with Nodirbek Abdusattorov leading on tiebreaks.

Niemann: “Can I beat Magnus? Again — is my answer”

Niemann: “Can I beat Magnus? Again — is my answer”

American GM Hans Moke Niemann answered whether he can beat Magnus Carlsen at the Esports World Cup 2026. Niemann says he can win against Carlsen again, and criticizes Magnus’ selection for the Team L…

Faustino Oro and Hans Niemann Sign Their First Esports Contracts

Faustino Oro and Hans Niemann Sign Their First Esports Contracts

Five professional players signed contracts with esports teams on April 29 and 30. Faustino Oro, Hans Moke Niemann, Pranesh M, and Alexey Sarana signed their first contract. Esports organizations anno…

“Hikaru is the second-best player in the world. Ratings and results from top tournaments say so” — Magnus Answers Hot Takes

“Hikaru is the second-best player in the world. Ratings and results from top tournaments say so” — Magnus Answers Hot Takes

Magnus Carlsen answered chess hot takes in a video on the Team Liquid YouTube channel on April 30. Carlsen shared his thoughts on professional players, his career, Chess 960, and chess in general.

Keymer: “Sindarov vs. Gukesh is 50-50... No one is much better or much worse”

Keymer: “Sindarov vs. Gukesh is 50-50... No one is much better or much worse”

German GM Vincent Keymer shared his opinion on the FIDE World Championship 2026. Keymer says Javokhir Sindarov and Gukesh Dommaraju have equal chances, and discusses the strength of elite grandmaster…

Duda, Bortnyk and Terry Won Their 3 0 Thursdays on April 30

Duda, Bortnyk and Terry Won Their 3 0 Thursdays on April 30

Polish GM Jan-Krzysztof Duda scored 9.5 points with 8 wins and 3 draws to win the First 3 0 Thursday on April 30. Ukrainian GM Oleksandr Bortnyk and Peruvian IM Renato Terry scored 9.5 points to win …

Online Qualifier Begins for WR Chess Women's Tour Asia

Online Qualifier Begins for WR Chess Women's Tour Asia

Organizers of WR Chess announced the start of the online qualifier for the Asian leg of the WR Chess Women's Tour. The qualifier started on April 30 and consists of three stages:

Hans Niemann: “Chess will be completely unfazed by AI!”

Hans Niemann: “Chess will be completely unfazed by AI!”

American GM Hans Moke Niemann shared his opinion on AI’s impact on chess, sports, and daily life. Niemann believes AI will not affect chess, points to the uniqueness of the game, and notes that chess…

TePe Sigeman & Co 2026 Begins in Malmo on May 1

TePe Sigeman & Co 2026 Begins in Malmo on May 1

The [TePe Sigeman & Co 2026](https://rookreview.com/tournaments/8){:target="_blank"} starts tomorrow in Malmo, Sweden, running from May 1 to 7. First matches begin at 1:00 PM UTC. The tournament will…

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