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FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Team Championships 2026 Begin in Hong Kong on June 17

FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Team Championships 2026 Begin in Hong Kong on June 17

The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Team Championships 2026 starts tomorrow at Queen Elizabeth Stadium in Wan Chai, Hong Kong, running from June 17 to 21. First round begins at 6:00 AM UTC.

Keymer, Bluebaum, and Svane to Play for Germany at the Chess Olympiad 2026

Keymer, Bluebaum, and Svane to Play for Germany at the Chess Olympiad 2026

The German Chess Federation announced the men's and women's national rosters for the 46th Chess Olympiad. The event will take place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from September 15 to 28.

Carlsen: “Not a long perspective on me playing very actively”

Carlsen: “Not a long perspective on me playing very actively”

Magnus Carlsen shared his thoughts on his career and the 2026 FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Team Championships. Carlsen says he enjoys participating in this event, and notes that he may stop playing activ…

Alexey Sarana Wins Titled Tuesday Undefeated on June 16

Alexey Sarana Wins Titled Tuesday Undefeated on June 16

Serbian GM Alexey Sarana scored 10.5 points with 10 wins and 1 draw to win the Titled Tuesday on June 16. Runner-up Magnus Carlsen won 8 times and drew 3 times, which led him to finish second with 9.…

"We have more than enough legal grounds for decent pay!" — Bibisara's Mother Responds to Hate

"We have more than enough legal grounds for decent pay!" — Bibisara's Mother Responds to Hate

Bibisara Assaubayeva's mother, Liana Hakim, posted on Instagram about the discussion surrounding Bibisara. Liana explains why the Kazakh Ministry of Sports' statements are inconsistent with the law, …

"Madaminov started playing chess at 10... I was already a GM by then!" — Sindarov on His Second

"Madaminov started playing chess at 10... I was already a GM by then!" — Sindarov on His Second

Javokhir Sindarov commented on the victory of his second Mukhiddin Madaminov at UzChess Cup 2026. Sindarov says Madaminov is a strong player and notes that Mukhiddin started playing chess at 10.

"I was just triggered there! These guys are always unsatisfied..." — Giri on 2025 Team Rapid & Blitz Scandal

"I was just triggered there! These guys are always unsatisfied..." — Giri on 2025 Team Rapid & Blitz Scandal

Anish Giri recalled and commented on the situation at the 2025 FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Team Championships. Giri explains that he was triggered, and says that for him it was a joke.

Nurgyul Salimova on Crisis in Bulgaria: “I want to play for Bulgaria! But I may have no other choice…”

Nurgyul Salimova on Crisis in Bulgaria: “I want to play for Bulgaria! But I may have no other choice…”

Bulgaria's No. 1 female player, Nurgyul Salimova, made a statement following a warning from FIDE and ECU. Salimova states she will be forced to switch federations if restrictions are imposed on Bulga…

“I cannot use preparations for Javokhir!” — Sindarov's Second Madaminov on Winning UzChess Cup

“I cannot use preparations for Javokhir!” — Sindarov's Second Madaminov on Winning UzChess Cup

Javokhir Sindarov’s second, Mukhiddin Madaminov, shared his impressions after winning the UzChess Cup 2026. Madaminov notes that working with Sindarov helped him, thanks organizers and his close ones…

Niemann: "The tournament didn't go my way... But I ate some Uzbek Pilaf!"

Niemann: "The tournament didn't go my way... But I ate some Uzbek Pilaf!"

Hans Moke Niemann shared his impressions of the UzChess Cup 2026. Niemann speaks about his result in the tournament, and notes the passion for chess in Uzbekistan.

“Bibisara receives the largest funding from her state among all female chess players in the world!” — FIDE CEO Emil Sutovsky

“Bibisara receives the largest funding from her state among all female chess players in the world!” — FIDE CEO Emil Sutovsky

FIDE CEO Emil Sutovsky commented on the controversy surrounding Kazakh GM Bibisara Assaubayeva and her statements about her funding. Emil says Bibisara receives the most government funding of any fem…

“A return for our game in Belgrade... There is some balance in the universe” — Nepo On Defeating Niemann

“A return for our game in Belgrade... There is some balance in the universe” — Nepo On Defeating Niemann

Ian Nepomniachtchi commented on his victory over Hans Moke Niemann in round 8 of the UzChess Cup 2026. Nepo says it was a regular tournament game for him, and calls it a return for their exhibition m…

Sindarov’s Second Madaminov Wins UzChess Cup 2026 and Becomes 2600+

Sindarov’s Second Madaminov Wins UzChess Cup 2026 and Becomes 2600+

The 9th and last day of the UzChess Cup 2026 in Tashkent has concluded. After 9 rounds, Mukhiddin Madaminov scored 4 wins and 3 draws, and defeated Shamsiddin Vokhidov 2-0, to win the tournament with…

“Hans probably will post some angry tweets... Nepo crushed and blew him off the board!” — Hikaru on Niemann’s Loss to Nepo

“Hans probably will post some angry tweets... Nepo crushed and blew him off the board!” — Hikaru on Niemann’s Loss to Nepo

Hikaru Nakamura commented on the game between Hans Moke Niemann and Ian Nepomniachtchi at the UzChess Cup 2026. Hikaru says Nepo took advantage of Niemann’s mistake, and reflects on Hans’ possible re…

UzChess Cup Day 8: Nepo Defeats Niemann

UzChess Cup Day 8: Nepo Defeats Niemann

The 8th day of the UzChess Cup 2026 in Tashkent has concluded. After 8 rounds, two players share the lead with 5 points each, with Shamsiddin Vokhidov leading on tiebreaks.

UzChess Cup Day 7: Madaminov and Vokhidov Continue to Lead

UzChess Cup Day 7: Madaminov and Vokhidov Continue to Lead

The 7th day of the UzChess Cup 2026 in Tashkent has concluded. After 7 rounds, two players share the lead with 4.5 points each, with Shamsiddin Vokhidov leading on tiebreaks.

Keymer: "I don’t have financial problems. I can even save money!"

Keymer: "I don’t have financial problems. I can even save money!"

German GM Vincent Keymer spoke about his financial situation in an interview with Die Presse. Keymer named his sources of support, and compared himself to other players from the world’s Top 10.

“We're giving Bibisara a $165,000 grant... And the fund allocates another $200,000” — Kazakhstan Chess Federation Executive Director Responds to Assaubayeva

“We're giving Bibisara a $165,000 grant... And the fund allocates another $200,000” — Kazakhstan Chess Federation Executive Director Responds to Assaubayeva

Executive Director of the Kazakhstan Chess Federation, Gulmira Dauletova, stated the amount of financial support provided to Bibisara Assaubayeva throughout the year. Dauletova speaks about the money…

V Pranav Wins Freestyle Friday with 9 Points on June 12

V Pranav Wins Freestyle Friday with 9 Points on June 12

Indian GM V Pranav scored 9 wins to win the June 12 Freestyle Friday tournament with 9/11 points. Runner-up Dmitry Andreikin won 8 times, drew once, and lost twice, which led him to finish second wit…

UzChess Cup Day 6: Underdog Madaminov Joins The Lead Back

UzChess Cup Day 6: Underdog Madaminov Joins The Lead Back

The 6th day of the UzChess Cup 2026 in Tashkent has concluded. After 6 rounds, two players share the lead with 4 points each, with Shamsiddin Vokhidov leading on tiebreaks.

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