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Sindarov: “I don't even feel that young... But I don't think age matters in Candidates”

Sindarov: “I don't even feel that young... But I don't think age matters in Candidates”

Uzbek GM Javokhir Sindarov shared his thoughts on the importance of age factor at the Candidates Tournament in an interview on the FIDE YouTube channel. Sindarov states that age isn't that important …

“I just relaxed... That was my first big mistake” — Hikaru on Losing to Fabiano in the First Round

“I just relaxed... That was my first big mistake” — Hikaru on Losing to Fabiano in the First Round

American GM Hikaru Nakamura described his first game of two against American GM Fabiano Caruana at the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026. Nakamura explains that he didn't play the opening confidently e…

Women's Candidates Day 1: All Games Drawn

Women's Candidates Day 1: All Games Drawn

The first day of the FIDE Women's Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 1 round, all 8 players share the lead with 0.5 point each, with Zhu Jiner leading on tiebreaks.

Candidates Day 1: Fabiano Beats Hikaru With A Brilliant Move

Candidates Day 1: Fabiano Beats Hikaru With A Brilliant Move

The first day of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 1 round, 3 players share the lead with 1 point each, with Fabiano Caruana leading on tiebreaks.

Hikaru: "If I were to win the Candidates, it would be a very big boost for chess"

Hikaru: "If I were to win the Candidates, it would be a very big boost for chess"

American GM Hikaru Nakamura discussed public's predictions for the 2026 FIDE Candidates Tournament in an interview with ChessBase India on March 29. Nakamura states that his victory in the tournament…

Candidates commentator: “Sindarov is not married… But something might happen in Cyprus”

Candidates commentator: “Sindarov is not married… But something might happen in Cyprus”

Russian GM Sergei Shipov spoke about the relationship of Uzbek GM Javokhir Sindarov. Shipov notes a rumor that Sindarov might marry in Cyprus during the 2026 FIDE Candidates Tournament.

Spain Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez plays chess at Gambit Café in Madrid

Spain Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez plays chess at Gambit Café in Madrid

Spain Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez played chess at Gambit Café in Madrid on Thursday. He was accompanied by chess grandmasters and Education Minister Milagros Tolón. Sánchez posted a video from the v…

FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 Begins in Cyprus on March 29

FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 Begins in Cyprus on March 29

The FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 starts tomorrow at the Cap St Georges Hotel and Resort in Pegeia, Cyprus, running from March 29 to April 16. First round begins at 2:30 PM UTC. The Open and Women …

Bluebaum: “I can just tell my second, ‘You have to look at this stuff while I go get some sleep…’”

Bluebaum: “I can just tell my second, ‘You have to look at this stuff while I go get some sleep…’”

German GM Matthias Bluebaum spoke about his preparation for the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 in an interview with Lichess.org on March 27. Bluebaum discusses the usefulness of seconds, talks about…

Hikaru: “I think Faustino and Erdogmus are players who look up to me… That’s far more important than trophies!”

Hikaru: “I think Faustino and Erdogmus are players who look up to me… That’s far more important than trophies!”

American GM Hikaru Nakamura spoke about the importance of his media career in an interview with FIDE at the Candidates Tournament 2026 on March 28. Nakamura stated that his influence on the young gen…

Caruana: "At the Candidates, I've always had another American, but only one ever!"

Caruana: "At the Candidates, I've always had another American, but only one ever!"

American GM Fabiano Caruana shared his expectations for the opening game against Hikaru Nakamura at the 2026 Candidates Tournament. Caruana discusses the advantage of playing white, and notes that in…

Vincent Keymer Wins Freestyle Friday on Tiebreaks on March 27

Vincent Keymer Wins Freestyle Friday on Tiebreaks on March 27

German GM Vincent Keymer scored 7 wins and 3 draws to win the March 27 Freestyle Friday tournament with 8.5/11 points. Runner-up Nodirbek Yakubboev won 8 times, drew once, and lost twice, which led h…

Polina Shuvalova Becomes the First Woman to Reach 3000 in Blitz on ChessCom

Polina Shuvalova Becomes the First Woman to Reach 3000 in Blitz on ChessCom

25-year-old Russian IM Polina Shuvalova achieved a new personal best Blitz rating of 3003 on Chess.com and became the first woman to ever reach over 3000 Elo in Blitz on the platform.

Abdusattorov: "I think Gukesh losing his Title is a very objective evaluation right now"

Abdusattorov: "I think Gukesh losing his Title is a very objective evaluation right now"

Uzbek GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov discussed the prospects of World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju in an interview on the YouTube channel Chess with Mustreader on March 27. Abdusattorov points to self-imposed…

"I certainly wouldn't call Hikaru the favorite... Fabiano is the only true professional here" — Nepo Breaks Down the Candidates Field

"I certainly wouldn't call Hikaru the favorite... Fabiano is the only true professional here" — Nepo Breaks Down the Candidates Field

Russian GM Ian Nepomniachtchi described all 8 participants of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 in a video on his YouTube channel on March 27. Ian highlights the distinctive characteristics of the …

Jose Martinez Won Twice in 3 0 Thursday on March 26

Jose Martinez Won Twice in 3 0 Thursday on March 26

Jose Martinez won the First and Second 3 0 Thursday by scoring 9.5 points in both tournaments on March 26. Ukrainian GM Oleksandr Bortnyk won the Third 3 0 Thursday with 10.5 points by securing 10 wi…

Fabiano: "Just because I'm 33 doesn't mean this is my last chance at the Candidates!"

Fabiano: "Just because I'm 33 doesn't mean this is my last chance at the Candidates!"

American GM Fabiano Caruana shared his thoughts on the importance of Candidates experience for victory in an interview on the Lichess YouTube channel. Caruana concludes that experience can help close…

Faustino Oro To Play for Argentina at the 2026 Chess Olympiad

Faustino Oro To Play for Argentina at the 2026 Chess Olympiad

The Argentine chess federation announced that IM Faustino Oro will play for the national team at the 46th Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, running from September 15 to 28, 2026.

“The hotel is wonderful! I plan to enjoy the tournament!” — Andrey Esipenko Arrives in Cyprus

“The hotel is wonderful! I plan to enjoy the tournament!” — Andrey Esipenko Arrives in Cyprus

Russian GM Andrey Esipenko shared his first impressions of the venue for the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 in a video on his Telegram channel. Esipenko expresses positive emotions, and notes that p…

"Move Candidates to Germany? It was just a public gesture..." — FIDE President Dvorkovich

"Move Candidates to Germany? It was just a public gesture..." — FIDE President Dvorkovich

FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich responded to Wadim Rosenstein’s [proposal](https://rookreview.com/news/we-can-organize-the-candidates-in-germany-expenses-covered-wr-chess-ceo-wadim-rosenstein){:targ…

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