Three Indian chess players achieved the Grandmaster title at the end of June and beginning of July. The total number of GMs in India increased to 98.
July 08, 2026
Hikaru Nakamura shared his opinion on Hans Moke Niemann's recent play style. Hikaru notes that Hans often tries to play for a win from a worse position, and cites the game Niemann vs. Mukhiddin Madam…
Hans Moke Niemann explained why he didn't participate in the Naroditsky Memorial 2026. Niemann cites a busy tournament schedule, and says he needs more time to rest between events.
FIDE Senior Trainer Roman Vidonyak shares his journey to working with elite Grandmasters. Vidonyak talks about his first students, and notes the importance of starting his work with Vladimir Fedoseev.
July 07, 2026
Vidit Gujrathi shared his thoughts on chess as an esports discipline. Vidit believes that esports is a natural fit for chess, and recalls the rise in chess popularity in 2020.
Vladimir Kramnik commented on Veselin Topalov's statement about the FIDE Ethics & Disciplinary Commission decision. Kramnik believes that Veselin needs examination by the medical commission more than…
Indian GM Arjun Erigaisi scored 9.5 points with 9 wins and 1 draw to win the Titled Tuesday on July 7. Runner-up Hikaru Nakamura won 8 times, drew 2 times, and lost once, which led him to finish seco…
17-year-old Ethan Sheehan spoke about his strategy at the Naroditsky Memorial 2026. Ethan explains that he focuses on time, and gives an example from his game against Mukhiddin Madaminov.
Javokhir Sindarov shared his thoughts on his brother Islombek Sindarov's performance at the Naroditsky Memorial 2026. Javokhir points out Islombek's skill in Blitz, and notes that he enjoyed their ga…
Veselin Topalov commented on the decision on disciplinary proceedings against Vladimir Kramnik from FIDE Ethics & Disciplinary Commission (EDC). Topalov finds the existence of EDC strange, and states…
Estonian Honorary Grandmaster Iivo Nei passed away on Monday, July 6. He was one of the most outstanding chess players, coaches, and promoters in the history of Estonia.
July 06, 2026
The Grand Chess Tour organizers announced wildcards for the GCT Saint Louis Rapid & Blitz 2026. The event will take place in Saint Louis, Missouri, USA, from July 31 to August 7.
Javokhir Sindarov spoke about Daniel Naroditsky after a double victory at the Naroditsky Memorial 2026. Sindarov describes Daniel as the kindest person in chess, and recalls their meeting at the Free…
Hikaru Nakamura commented on the decision on disciplinary proceedings against Vladimir Kramnik from FIDE Ethics & Disciplinary Commission (EDC). Nakamura notes that it's good that a decision was made…
Nihal Sarin discussed important aspects of playing in a Bullet tournament. Nihal notes the importance of distance to the game server, and talks about how he played at the Bullet Chess Championship 20…
Alireza Firouzja commented on his performance on the last day of the GCT Super Rapid & Blitz Croatia 2026. Firouzja says this was the worst day of his career, and notes the importance of his win over…
The 5th and final day of the GCT Super Rapid & Blitz Croatia 2026 in Zagreb has concluded. Alireza Firouzja and Nodirbek Abdusattorov scored 23.5 in Rapid and Blitz parts and advanced to the Tiebreak…
July 05, 2026
The 4th day of the GCT Super Rapid & Blitz Croatia 2026 in Zagreb has concluded. After 18 rounds, Alireza Firouzja leads with 20 points, while Nodirbek Abdusattorov is in second place with 17 points.
July 04, 2026
Hans Moke Niemann announced a weekly 1-on-1 match series against elite GMs. The matches will take place every Sunday, and Niemann's first opponent will be Anish Giri.
The Rapid part of the Naroditsky Memorial 2026 has concluded. Javokhir Sindarov and Aravindh Chithambaram scored 6 points each in the Swiss and advanced to the Tiebreak. Sindarov defeated Aravindh 2-…
July 03, 2026
