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Hikaru: “Me, Alireza and Magnus will play EWC instead of GCT”

Hikaru: “Me, Alireza and Magnus will play EWC instead of GCT”

American GM Hikaru Nakamura shared his opinion on the clash of dates between the Esports World Cup and the Grand Chess Tour. Nakamura states that he, French GM Alireza Firouzja, and Magnus Carlsen wi…

"Netflix didn't even pay us anything for this!" — Hikaru Watched Niemann vs. Magnus Documentary

"Netflix didn't even pay us anything for this!" — Hikaru Watched Niemann vs. Magnus Documentary

American GM Hikaru Nakamura shared his opinion after watching the Netflix documentary "UNTOLD: Chess Mates." Nakamura says he wasn't impressed with the film, and notes that Netflix didn't pay those i…

“Ella left me without a laptop... I had to play on an iPad!” — Magnus on Winning ChessCom Open 2026

“Ella left me without a laptop... I had to play on an iPad!” — Magnus on Winning ChessCom Open 2026

Magnus Carlsen won the Chess.com Open 2026, defeating Polish GM Jan-Krzysztof Duda in the Grand Final on April 26. Magnus played on a tablet throughout the tournament, while most participants played …

Saint-Tropez To Host WR Chess Women’s Tour

Saint-Tropez To Host WR Chess Women’s Tour

WR Chess CEO Wadim Rosenstein announced that the European part of the Women’s Chess Tour 2026 will take place in Saint-Tropez, France. The event will run from August 25-26.

"ChessCom just kills players' market value every week!" — Hikaru on Titled Tuesday

"ChessCom just kills players' market value every week!" — Hikaru on Titled Tuesday

American GM Hikaru Nakamura shared his opinion on Chess.com's weekly Titled Tuesday tournament. Nakamura states that the event kills players' market value, explaining that tournament organizers have …

Oleksandr Bortnyk Wins Lichess Titled Arena on April 25

Oleksandr Bortnyk Wins Lichess Titled Arena on April 25

Ukrainian GM Oleksandr Bortnyk scored 137 points to win the April 25th Lichess Titled Arena. Runner-up anonymous GM Hooligan64 finished second with 135 points.

Caruana: "Erdogmus wants 2900? That's meaningless!"

Caruana: "Erdogmus wants 2900? That's meaningless!"

American GM Fabiano Caruana shared his opinion on coach Shakhriyar Mamedyarov's goal for Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus to reach a 2900 rating points. Caruana says ratings are relative, and notes Erdogmus' pote…

Abdusattorov Mouse Slipped in ChessCom Open Quarterfinals

Abdusattorov Mouse Slipped in ChessCom Open Quarterfinals

The second day of the 2026 Chess.com Open Playoffs has concluded. Magnus Carlsen advanced to the Grand Final, which will take place on April 26. Jan-Krzysztof Duda, Denis Lazavik, Sina Movahed, Nihal…

Nodirbek Yakubboev Wins Freestyle Friday Undefeated on April 24

Nodirbek Yakubboev Wins Freestyle Friday Undefeated on April 24

Uzbek GM Nodirbek Yakubboev scored 9 wins and 2 draws to win the April 24th Freestyle Friday tournament with 10/11 points. Runner-up V Pranav won 9 times, drew once, and lost once, which led him to f…

“Topalov was just a juicy, significantly overrated opponent…” — Fabiano on Topalov Vs. Erdogmus Match

“Topalov was just a juicy, significantly overrated opponent…” — Fabiano on Topalov Vs. Erdogmus Match

American GM Fabiano Caruana shared his opinion on the match between Turkish GM Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus and Former World Champion Veselin Topalov. Caruana calls Topalov an overrated player, notes Veselin'…

Niemann: “Magnus develops a god complex! He even refuses to attend the closing ceremony unless he's the winner..."

Niemann: “Magnus develops a god complex! He even refuses to attend the closing ceremony unless he's the winner..."

American GM Hans Moke Niemann shared his opinion about Magnus Carlsen in an interview with Peter McCormack. Niemann states that Magnus gets everything he wants in chess, notes Carlsen’s collaboration…

“I’m currently safe! But pneumonia is not a joke…” — Levon Aronian Will Skip Super Chess Classic Romania

“I’m currently safe! But pneumonia is not a joke…” — Levon Aronian Will Skip Super Chess Classic Romania

Grand Chess Tour organizers announced that American GM Levon Aronian will be unable to participate in the Super Chess Classic Romania due to health reasons. Dutch GM Jorden van Foreest will replace A…

Tabatabaei, Martirosyan and Bortnyk Won Their 3 0 Thursdays on April 23

Tabatabaei, Martirosyan and Bortnyk Won Their 3 0 Thursdays on April 23

Iranian GM Amin Tabatabaei and Ukrainian GM Oleksandr Bortnyk scored 9.5 points to win the First and Third 3 0 Thursday respectively on April 23. Armenian GM Haik Martirosyan scored 9 points to win t…

Niemann: "Magnus actually cheated in online tournament on camera!"

Niemann: "Magnus actually cheated in online tournament on camera!"

American GM Hans Moke Niemann stated that Magnus Carlsen cheated in a prize money online tournament in an interview with Peter McCormack. Niemann claims that Magnus was given a hint during a game and…

“How can I play online when I get disconnected 5 times per tournament?” — Peter Svidler on Online Events

“How can I play online when I get disconnected 5 times per tournament?” — Peter Svidler on Online Events

Russian GM Peter Svidler explained why he doesn't participate in online tournaments in an interview with Chess with Mustreader. Svidler says he's having internet connection issues and notes the numbe…

Dubov Defeats Sindarov 3-0 in ChessCom Open Playoffs

Dubov Defeats Sindarov 3-0 in ChessCom Open Playoffs

The first day of the 2026 Chess.com Open Playoffs has concluded. Russian GM Daniil Dubov defeated Candidates 2026 [Winner](https://rookreview.com/news/javokhir-sindarov-wins-candidates-tournament-202…

WR Chess Women’s Tour 2026 Comes to Japan

WR Chess Women’s Tour 2026 Comes to Japan

WR Chess CEO Wadim Rosenstein announced that the Asian part of the Women’s Chess Tour 2026 will take place in Tokyo, Japan. The event will run from June 6-7.

“One more win, and chess will speak for itself!” — Ding One Rank Behind Niemann

“One more win, and chess will speak for itself!” — Ding One Rank Behind Niemann

Dutch GM Anish Giri commented on former World Champion Ding Liren’s performance at the Chinese Team Championship 2026. Giri notes that Ding is close to American GM Hans Moke Niemann in the live ratin…

Javokhir Sindarov Returns to Team Vitality

Javokhir Sindarov Returns to Team Vitality

Uzbek GM Javokhir Sindarov joined the chess division of the international esports organization Team Vitality on April 23. Vitality announced the signing on their X account.

Uzchess Cup III Masters: Full Player List Confirmed for Tashkent

Uzchess Cup III Masters: Full Player List Confirmed for Tashkent

Ten GMs will compete at the 3rd Uzchess Cup Masters in Tashkent, June 7–15. The field features four Uzbek players led by world top-10 GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov, alongside GM Ian Nepomniachtchi and GM …

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