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Gukesh: “I don't support what Kramnik has been doing lately”

Gukesh: “I don't support what Kramnik has been doing lately”

World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju shared his opinion on cheating in chess. Gukesh states that he does not support any unfair play, and notes that he disagrees with most of Vladimir Kramnik's accusation…

Oleksandr Bortnyk and Wesley So Left NAVI Chess Roster

Oleksandr Bortnyk and Wesley So Left NAVI Chess Roster

Ukrainian GM Oleksandr Bortnyk and American GM Wesley So have left the chess division of the esports organization Natus Vincere (NAVI).

Blubaum: "At the Candidates, I think I’m definitely the outsider…"

Blubaum: "At the Candidates, I think I’m definitely the outsider…"

German GM Matthias Blubaum shared his thoughts on his chances at the FIDE Candidates 2026. Blubaum notes that all participants except him play at the 2700+ level and calls himself an outsider.

“It’s like Anish doesn't actually believe in himself in the Candidates…” — Hikaru Adds to His Beef with Giri

“It’s like Anish doesn't actually believe in himself in the Candidates…” — Hikaru Adds to His Beef with Giri

Hikaru Nakamura [added his comment on the ‘Twitter drama’ with Anish Giri over the EWC and GCT clash of dates conflict](https://rookreview.com/news/why-is-anish-busy-picking-twitter-fights-instead-of…

Ian Nepomniachtchi plays at FERZ Chess Club before Aeroflot Open 2026

Ian Nepomniachtchi plays at FERZ Chess Club before Aeroflot Open 2026

Russian GM Ian Nepomniachtchi visited the FERZ chess club in Dubai for a premier chess night before his departure for the Aeroflot Open 2026.

"People's expectations of me have increased tenfold... They only expect me to win" — Gukesh on The Pressure of Being World Champion

"People's expectations of me have increased tenfold... They only expect me to win" — Gukesh on The Pressure of Being World Champion

World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju shared his thoughts on the pressure of his title in an interview with Indulge Express. Gukesh explains that since becoming a Champion, the public began to expect more …

Abdusattorov: "Fabi has a good chance against Gukesh — at least 60/40"

Abdusattorov: "Fabi has a good chance against Gukesh — at least 60/40"

Uzbek GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov named the favorite to win the Candidates in a mini-interview on the ChessBase India YouTube channel. Abdusattorov says Fabiano Caruana has the best chance of winning th…

Faustino Oro Enters Top-5 Blitz Rating on Chess.com

Faustino Oro Enters Top-5 Blitz Rating on Chess.com

12-year-old Argentinian GM Faustino Oro achieved a new personal best Blitz rating of 3283 on Chess.com on February 22.

"In chess, not everything depends only on you" — Abdusattorov on His Coaches

"In chess, not everything depends only on you" — Abdusattorov on His Coaches

Uzbek GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov shared his thoughts on the importance of coaching in chess preparation. Abdusattorov discusses the change in his coaching staff and points out what helped him get back …

"Sindarov has the 'killer instinct'... Blubaum and Esipenko can ruin people's tournament" — Fabiano’s Candidates Tier List

"Sindarov has the 'killer instinct'... Blubaum and Esipenko can ruin people's tournament" — Fabiano’s Candidates Tier List

American GM Fabiano Caruana described his Candidates opponents in an interview on the ChessBase India YouTube channel. Fabiano notes Praggnanandhaa and Hikaru as favorites, Giri, Sindarov, and Wei Yi…

Denis Lazavik: "World Champion? It's unclear what that even means now..."

Denis Lazavik: "World Champion? It's unclear what that even means now..."

Russian GM Denis Lazavik shared his thoughts on the significance of the World Champion title. Lazavik notes that achieving the title is irrelevant, citing current World Champion Gukesh Dommaraja as a…

CEO of FIDE: "Oro, Erdogmus and Woodward will be in the Top-10 by 2030!"

CEO of FIDE: "Oro, Erdogmus and Woodward will be in the Top-10 by 2030!"

CEO of FIDE Emil Sutovsky shared his opinion on the progress of Faustino Oro, Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus, and Andy Woodward. Sutovsky praised the performance of the young prodigies and noted the difficulty …

"I thought Faustino was cheating!" — Denis Lazavik on 12-year-old Faustino Oro

"I thought Faustino was cheating!" — Denis Lazavik on 12-year-old Faustino Oro

Russian GM Denis Lazavik shared his thoughts on the playing strength of 12-year-old Faustino Oro. Lazavik notes that he previously suspected the young Argentine of cheating, and believes Oro plays fa…

"Gotham's content? Mediocre!" — Magnus Plays Impostor Game with Fabiano, Levon and Arjun

"Gotham's content? Mediocre!" — Magnus Plays Impostor Game with Fabiano, Levon and Arjun

Magnus Carlsen, Fabiano Caruana, Levon Aronian, and Arjun Erigaisi played the 'Impostor' game on the Freestyle Chess YouTube channel.

Oleksandr Bortnyk wins Freestyle Friday with 9.5 points on February 20

Oleksandr Bortnyk wins Freestyle Friday with 9.5 points on February 20

Ukranian GM Oleksandr Bortnyk scored 9 wins and 1 draw to win the February 20 Freestyle Friday tournament with 9.5/11 points. Runner-up Alexey Sarana won 9 times and lost twice, which led him to fini…

"Hans chose Kramnik as his mentor... After that, he's just a clown!" — Aleksandr Shimanov about Hans Niemann

"Hans chose Kramnik as his mentor... After that, he's just a clown!" — Aleksandr Shimanov about Hans Niemann

Russian GM Aleksandr Shimanov spoke about Hans Niemann in an interview on a Russian-language YouTube channel. Shimanov notes Niemann's contribution to the rise of chess and criticizes him for collabo…

Vincent Keymer: "I want to play less and train more! In 2026, I really want to do it..."

Vincent Keymer: "I want to play less and train more! In 2026, I really want to do it..."

German GM Vincent Keymer explained why he failed to qualify for the 2026 Candidates Tournament in an interview with Chess.com – Deutsch. Vincent notes that he is playing too much, which results in to…

The Draw for The Candidates 2026 Is Set

The Draw for The Candidates 2026 Is Set

FIDE has published the results of the draw for the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026. The draw took place in Cyprus at the Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort on February 19 for both the Open and Women's tou…

Faustino Oro to Play in Aeroflot Open 2026 — One GM Norm to Go

Faustino Oro to Play in Aeroflot Open 2026 — One GM Norm to Go

Argentinian IM Faustino Oro will participate in the Aeroflot Open 2026 in Moscow, Russia, running from February 27 to March 6.

Fabiano Caruana won twice in 3 0 Thursday on February 19

Fabiano Caruana won twice in 3 0 Thursday on February 19

Fabiano Caruana won the First and Second 3 0 Thursday by scoring 9.5 and 10 points respectively on February 19. Iranian IM Reza Mahdavi has won the Third 3 0 Thursday with 9 points by securing 9 wins.

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