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Kramnik: "I inform people about what really happens in the chess world... That's why I've been cancelled everywhere!"

Kramnik: "I inform people about what really happens in the chess world... That's why I've been cancelled everywhere!"

Former World Champion Vladimir Kramnik discussed the chess media space during a stream on his YouTube channel. Kramnik states the community has cancelled him, and claims chess content publication is …

“Why do I have to be held to the standard of being so polite at nice?” — Hans Niemann In A Netflix Documentary Snippet

“Why do I have to be held to the standard of being so polite at nice?” — Hans Niemann In A Netflix Documentary Snippet

American GM Hans Moke Niemann shared a snippet from the Netflix documentary “UNTOLD: Chess Mates” in his X account on April 1. In the clip, Niemann states that freely speaking your mind in sports is …

Nakamura: “If I don’t win the game against Sindarov, it’s going to be very difficult for me to have a chance to win the Candidates…”

Nakamura: “If I don’t win the game against Sindarov, it’s going to be very difficult for me to have a chance to win the Candidates…”

American GM Hikaru Nakamura commented on his game with Wei Yi in the 4th round of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026. Nakamura explains that he played a risky game, and notes the two-point gap from …

“Online chess stayed the same for 20 years… But the game deserves better” — EndgameAi Announces Official Release

“Online chess stayed the same for 20 years… But the game deserves better” — EndgameAi Announces Official Release

Chess platform Endgame.ai announced the official launch of the project in a video on X on March 31. Endgame.ai announced the introduction of new features, a new design, and an improved gameplay exper…

Women's Candidates Day 4: Muzychuk Takes The Lead

Women's Candidates Day 4: Muzychuk Takes The Lead

The 4th day of the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 4 rounds, 2 players share the lead with 2.5 points each, with Anna Muzychuk leading on tiebreaks.

Candidates Day 4: Sindarov Defeats Caruana and Leads by a Point

Candidates Day 4: Sindarov Defeats Caruana and Leads by a Point

The 4th day of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 4 rounds, Javokhir Sindarov leads with 3.5 points, while Fabiano Caruana is in second place with 2.5 points.

Niemann: "First 3 games of the Candidates clearly showed that some people are very overrated"

Niemann: "First 3 games of the Candidates clearly showed that some people are very overrated"

American GM Hans Moke Niemann shared his opinion on the ratings of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 participants. Niemann notes that some players are overrated and some are underrated, and critici…

Hikaru: “Scanner for this, scanner for that… Are we like Mossad agents inside Iran or something?”

Hikaru: “Scanner for this, scanner for that… Are we like Mossad agents inside Iran or something?”

American GM Hikaru Nakamura criticized the anti-cheating system at the Candidates Tournament 2026. Hikaru states that the current security system is overblown, and notes the large number of special s…

Jan-Krzysztof Duda Wins Titled Tuesday on Tiebreaks on March 31

Jan-Krzysztof Duda Wins Titled Tuesday on Tiebreaks on March 31

Polish GM Jan-Krzysztof Duda scored 9 points with 7 wins and 4 draws to win Titled Tuesday on March 31. Runner-up Hans Niemann won 7 times and drew 4 times, which led him to finish second with 9 poin…

Women's Candidates Day 3: Bibisara Wins With A Rook Sacrifice

Women's Candidates Day 3: Bibisara Wins With A Rook Sacrifice

The third day of the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 3 rounds, 2 players share the lead with 2 points each, with Bibisara Assaubayeva leading on tiebreaks.

Fabiano Caruana Reaches 2800 In Live Rating

Fabiano Caruana Reaches 2800 In Live Rating

American GM Fabiano Caruana reached 2802.2 points in live rating on March 31. Caruana is 0.3 points away from American GM Hikaru Nakamura.

Candidates Day 3: Caruana Defeats Wei Yi with 99.5% Accuracy and Takes the Lead

Candidates Day 3: Caruana Defeats Wei Yi with 99.5% Accuracy and Takes the Lead

The third day of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 3 rounds, 2 players share the lead with 2.5 points each, with Fabiano Caruana leading on tiebreaks.

Bluebaum: "Will I play in the Olympiad? I still have time to ruin my rating…"

Bluebaum: "Will I play in the Olympiad? I still have time to ruin my rating…"

German GM Matthias Bluebaum shared his thoughts on the German national team for the 46th Chess Olympiad. Bluebaum says he will most likely play on the team, and notes the performance of his compatrio…

Gukesh: “I will skip long events away from India in the next few months... I need to find my best form”

Gukesh: “I will skip long events away from India in the next few months... I need to find my best form”

World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju stated that he will skip major tournaments in the coming months. Gukesh explains that he needs more dedicated time for training, and speaks about his agreement with Gr…

Nakamura: "First-time player doesn't win the Candidates!"

Nakamura: "First-time player doesn't win the Candidates!"

American GM Hikaru Nakamura shared his opinion on the importance of experience at the Candidates Tournament in an interview with 'the chess nerd'. Nakamura states that first-time players don't win th…

Women's Candidates Day 2: The Calm Continues

Women's Candidates Day 2: The Calm Continues

The second day of the FIDE Women's Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 2 rounds, all 8 players share the lead with 1 point each, with Zhu Jiner leading on tiebreaks.

Candidates Day 2: Four Perfect Draws

Candidates Day 2: Four Perfect Draws

The second day of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 2 rounds, 3 players share the lead with 1.5 point each, with Fabiano Caruana leading on tiebreaks.

Anish Giri: "Bluebaum’s 2698 and Esipenko’s 2698 are not the same thing"

Anish Giri: "Bluebaum’s 2698 and Esipenko’s 2698 are not the same thing"

Dutch GM Anish Giri shared his opinion on the FIDE rating system. Giri states that the system works well, and notes the difference between German GM Matthias Bluebaum's 2698 and Russian GM Andrey Esi…

"Most countries still believe I'm the FIDE President!" — Former FIDE President Kirsan

"Most countries still believe I'm the FIDE President!" — Former FIDE President Kirsan

Former FIDE President Kirsan Ilyumzhinov spoke about how some countries still consider him the active FIDE President. Kirsan talks about the letters he receives, mentions his achievements in promotin…

Bluebaum: “The Great Bluebaum Sweep is ruined… What about 14/14 draws?”

Bluebaum: “The Great Bluebaum Sweep is ruined… What about 14/14 draws?”

German GM Matthias Bluebaum commented on the draw in the first round of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026. Bluebaum notes his failure to complete The Great Bluebaum Sweep, and mentions the probabil…

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