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Tuan Minh, Duda and Theolifus Won Their 3 0 Thursdays on April 9

Tuan Minh, Duda and Theolifus Won Their 3 0 Thursdays on April 9

Vietnamese GM Tuan Minh Le and Polish GM Jan-Krzysztof Duda scored 9 points to win the First and Second 3 0 Thursday respectively on April 9. Indonesian IM Yoseph Theolifus Taher scored 9.5 points to…

Hans Niemann and Chess Community Outraged by Netflix Documentary

Hans Niemann and Chess Community Outraged by Netflix Documentary

American GM Hans Moke Niemann commented on the Netflix documentary “UNTOLD: Chess Mates”. Niemann believes Chess.com made money off a catchy headline, and notes the lack of remorse or empathy toward …

Women's Candidates Day 10: Vaishali R Takes The Lead

Women's Candidates Day 10: Vaishali R Takes The Lead

The 10th day of the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 10 rounds, Vaishali R leads with 6 points, while Zhu Jiner is in second place with 5.5 points. 🇮🇳 Vaishali R …

Candidates Day 10: Sindarov Leads By 2 Points

Candidates Day 10: Sindarov Leads By 2 Points

The 10th day of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 10 rounds, Javokhir Sindarov leads with 8 points, while Anish Giri is in second place with 6 points.

Niemann: “Hikaru and Magnus won’t watch the documentary... They just don’t want to publicize their lies!”

Niemann: “Hikaru and Magnus won’t watch the documentary... They just don’t want to publicize their lies!”

American GM Hans Moke Niemann commented on Hikaru Nakamura’s refusal to watch Netflix’s documentary "Untold: Chess Mates." Niemann says Hikaru isn’t used to criticism, and states that Magnus or Hikar…

“Hans really hates Danny Rensch! But Danny just wanted to save him…” — Author Ben Mezrich

“Hans really hates Danny Rensch! But Danny just wanted to save him…” — Author Ben Mezrich

American author Ben Mezrich shared his experience interviewing American GM Hans Moke Niemann. Mezrich claims Hans hates Chess.com co-founder Daniel Rensch, and shares his opinion on Rensch’s attitude…

Jynxzi And OhnePixel To Play In PogChamps 6 7

Jynxzi And OhnePixel To Play In PogChamps 6 7

The 8th Chess.com streamer tournament, PogChamps 6/7, begins tomorrow, April 10th, at 8:30 PM UTC. American Twitch streamer Jynxzi and German CS2 streamer ohnePixel will be participating in an online…

Nepo: “Today I’m just a tourist, but in two years I’ll be playing in the Candidates again”

Nepo: “Today I’m just a tourist, but in two years I’ll be playing in the Candidates again”

Russian GM Ian Nepomniachtchi shared his thoughts on Uzbek GM Javokhir Sindarov’s performance at the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026. Ian believes the most interesting part happened in the first half…

Women's Candidates Day 9: Zhu Jiner and Vaishali R Share the Lead

Women's Candidates Day 9: Zhu Jiner and Vaishali R Share the Lead

The 9th day of the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 9 rounds, two players share the lead with 5.5 points each, with Zhu Jiner leading on tiebreaks.

Candidates Day 9: Giri Beats Fabiano With A Brilliant Move

Candidates Day 9: Giri Beats Fabiano With A Brilliant Move

The 9th day of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 9 rounds, Javokhir Sindarov leads with 7 points, while Anish Giri is in second place with 5.5 points.

Sindarov: "Leaks? I don't even remember the last time I opened these analyses…"

Sindarov: "Leaks? I don't even remember the last time I opened these analyses…"

Uzbek GM Javokhir Sindarov commented on the leak of his Studies on Lichess.org in an interview with ChessBase India. Sindarov claims he hasn’t used those Studies in a long time, and is surprised that…

Nakamura: “It's nice to shut up all the idiots who think I can't play chess anymore!”

Nakamura: “It's nice to shut up all the idiots who think I can't play chess anymore!”

American GM Hikaru Nakamura commented on his game against American GM Fabiano Caruana in round 8 of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026. Hikaru expresses joy at the victory, and claims he has no chan…

“Bluebaum doesn’t care what I think... The computer is always right!” — Bluebaum’s Coach

“Bluebaum doesn’t care what I think... The computer is always right!” — Bluebaum’s Coach

Matthias Bluebaum’s coach Romanian GM Dorian Rogozenko spoke about the role of engines and seconds in chess preparation. Rogozenco explains that Bluebaum loves working with the engine, and highlights…

Ding Liren: "Magnus himself invited me to a training camp... He solved puzzles while I watched"

Ding Liren: "Magnus himself invited me to a training camp... He solved puzzles while I watched"

Former World Champion Ding Liren shared how Magnus Carlsen invited him to a training camp after Ding’s successful performance at Tata Steel Chess 2016. Liren talks about how Magnus solved puzzles fas…

"Candidates is already over!" — Nepo On Sindarov's 2-Point Lead

"Candidates is already over!" — Nepo On Sindarov's 2-Point Lead

Russian GM Ian Nepomniachtchi commented on the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 standings after round 8. Ian says Fabiano Caruana and Anish Giri have a chance to beat Javokhir Sindarov, and notes the …

Sina Movahed Wins Titled Tuesday with 10 Points on April 7

Sina Movahed Wins Titled Tuesday with 10 Points on April 7

Iranian GM Sina Movahed scored 10 points with 10 wins and 1 loss to win Titled Tuesday on April 7. Runner-up Alexey Sarana won 9 times, drew once and lost once, which led him to finish second with 9.…

Women's Candidates Day 8: Five-Way Tie At The Top

Women's Candidates Day 8: Five-Way Tie At The Top

The 8th day of the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 8 rounds, five players share the lead with 4.5 points each, with Zhu Jiner leading on tiebreaks.

Candidates Day 8: Esipenko Drew With Sindarov

Candidates Day 8: Esipenko Drew With Sindarov

The 8th day of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus has concluded. After 8 rounds, Javokhir Sindarov leads with 6.5 points, while Fabiano Caruana is in second place with 4.5 points.

Niemann: “ChessCom are power hungry, corrupt, and willing to do whatever it takes to maintain their monopoly!”

Niemann: “ChessCom are power hungry, corrupt, and willing to do whatever it takes to maintain their monopoly!”

American GM Hans Moke Niemann commented on the termination of the broadcast partnership between Chess.com and Take Take Take on April 7. Niemann states that Chess.com does not care about professional…

ChessCom Terminates Take Take Take Titled Tuesday Stream

ChessCom Terminates Take Take Take Titled Tuesday Stream

Chess.com announced the termination of the broadcast partnership with Take Take Take during the Titled Tuesday stream on April 7. Take Take Take immediately ended the stream after receiving the updat…

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