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Nepo: "Carlsen's name is actually Sven, by the way"

Nepo: "Carlsen's name is actually Sven, by the way"

Russian GM Ian Nepomniachtchi reflected on the names of elite chess players. Nepo talks about the family of American GM Awonder Liang, and mentions Magnus Carlsen's full name.

“Gukesh outperformed Kasparov, Carlsen, and Karpov in a way…” — Gukesh’s Coach

“Gukesh outperformed Kasparov, Carlsen, and Karpov in a way…” — Gukesh’s Coach

Gukesh Dommaraju’s coach, Grzegorz Gajewski, shared his opinion on criticism toward Gukesh. Gajewski says Gukesh achieved what other Champions could not, and reflects on Ian Nepomniachtchi’s efforts …

Volodar Murzin Wins Freestyle Friday with 10 Points on May 29

Volodar Murzin Wins Freestyle Friday with 10 Points on May 29

Russian GM Volodar Murzin scored 9 wins and 2 draws to win the May 29th Freestyle Friday tournament with 10/11 points. Runner-up GM Nodirbek Yakubboev won 8 times and drew 3 times, which led him to f…

“Happy birthday, time to grow up!” — Magnus and GMs Congratulate Gukesh

“Happy birthday, time to grow up!” — Magnus and GMs Congratulate Gukesh

Participants of Norway Chess 2026 congratulated reigning World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju on his birthday on May 29th. Magnus Carlsen, Wesley So, Koneru Humpy and others recorded their wishes during t…

Nepo Overtakes Gukesh and Niemann in Live Ratings — Hans vs. Nepo Day 1

Nepo Overtakes Gukesh and Niemann in Live Ratings — Hans vs. Nepo Day 1

The first day of the Hans vs. Nepo 2026 match has concluded. In two Classical games, Ian Nepomniachtchi scored 1 win and 1 draw to lead the tournament.

Awonder: “World Champion title is a bit lofty for me… Other players are more talented than me”

Awonder: “World Champion title is a bit lofty for me… Other players are more talented than me”

American GM Awonder Liang shared his thoughts on whether he can become World Champion. Awonder says he just graduated from college, describes what chess means to him, and believes other players are m…

Jospem, Duda and Terry Won Their 3 0 Thursdays on May 28

Jospem, Duda and Terry Won Their 3 0 Thursdays on May 28

Mexican GM Jose Martinez scored 9 points with 9 wins to win the First 3 0 Thursday on May 28. Polish GM Jan-Krzysztof Duda scored 10 points with 9 wins and 2 draws to win the Second 3 0 Thursday. Per…

Norway Chess Women Day 4: Deshmukh Gifts Queen and Resigns

Norway Chess Women Day 4: Deshmukh Gifts Queen and Resigns

The 4th day of the Norway Chess Women 2026 in Oslo has concluded. After 4 rounds, Bibisara Assaubayeva leads with 7 points, while Anna Muzychuk is in second place with 5.5 points.

Norway Chess Day 4: Gukesh Blunders Game to Magnus

Norway Chess Day 4: Gukesh Blunders Game to Magnus

The 4th day of the Norway Chess 2026 in Oslo has concluded. After 4 rounds, Alireza Firouzja leads with 8.5 points, while Praggnanandhaa R is in second place with 6 points.

“Alireza is a fighter! He’s in a lot of pain, but still wants to play!” — Firouzja’s Coach

“Alireza is a fighter! He’s in a lot of pain, but still wants to play!” — Firouzja’s Coach

Alireza Firouzja’s coach, Ivan Cheparinov, shared his thoughts about his player during Norway Chess 2026. Cheparinov says Alireza is a distinctive player, notes his skill in time trouble, and calls F…

“I believe in Gukesh! Even if he will lose the Match…” — Denis Lazavik

“I believe in Gukesh! Even if he will lose the Match…” — Denis Lazavik

Russian GM Denis Lazavik shared his opinion on the FIDE World Championship 2026 and reigning Champion Gukesh Dommaraju. Lazavik says the match outcome is unclear, and believes Gukesh will regain his …

“I don't really judge too much into this win…” — Pragg on Defeating Magnus

“I don't really judge too much into this win…” — Pragg on Defeating Magnus

Indian GM Praggnanandhaa R commented on his win over Magnus Carlsen in round 3 of Norway Chess 2026. Pragg describes the game, calls time scrambles a ‘tossup’, and says he doesn't attach much importa…

Carlsen: "It was like the game against Gukesh last year…"

Carlsen: "It was like the game against Gukesh last year…"

Magnus Carlsen commented on his loss to Indian GM Praggnanandhaa R in the 3rd round of Norway Chess 2026. Carlsen says playing with time trouble annoys him, and compares this game to his loss to Guke…

Hikaru: "It's been 10 years since Magnus lost two games at the start..."

Hikaru: "It's been 10 years since Magnus lost two games at the start..."

American GM Hikaru Nakamura commented on Magnus Carlsen’s performance at Norway Chess 2026. Hikaru says it has been a long time since Magnus started an event by losing 2/3 rounds, and believes Magnus…

Norway Chess Women Day 3: Bibisara vs. Deshmukh, Two Perfect Draws

Norway Chess Women Day 3: Bibisara vs. Deshmukh, Two Perfect Draws

The 3rd day of the Norway Chess Women 2026 in Oslo has concluded. After 3 rounds, Bibisara Assaubayeva leads with 5.5 points, while Divya Deshmukh is in second place with 4.5 points.

Norway Chess Day 3: Carlsen Lost to Pragg

Norway Chess Day 3: Carlsen Lost to Pragg

The 3rd day of the Norway Chess 2026 in Oslo has concluded. After 3 rounds, Alireza Firouzja leads with 7.5 points, while Praggnanandhaa R is in second place with 4.5 points.

"I played Armageddon idiotically..." — Bibisara Assaubayeva

"I played Armageddon idiotically..." — Bibisara Assaubayeva

Kazakh GM Bibisara Assaubayeva commented on her games in the second round of Norway Chess 2026. Bibisara says she felt she played slowly, and notes she played poorly in the Armageddon.

More Sicilian: Titled Tuesday Stats from May 26

More Sicilian: Titled Tuesday Stats from May 26

1941 games were played at Titled Tuesday on May 26, with 48.7% win rate for White. The Sicilian Defense and its variations were played most often, in 165 games. White won the most, 74%, when Black ch…

Alireza: “It's hard to get interesting games these days… At least my pieces survive the opening!”

Alireza: “It's hard to get interesting games these days… At least my pieces survive the opening!”

French GM Alireza Firouzja commented on his wins in the first two rounds of Norway Chess 2026. Alireza says interesting games do not happen often, and notes his chances of winning increase with the n…

“Alireza will dethrone Magnus” — Ding Liren About Norway Chess

“Alireza will dethrone Magnus” — Ding Liren About Norway Chess

Former World Champion Ding Liren commented on 2026 Norway Chess tournament. Ding says he likes the tournament format, and believes Alireza Firouzja will surpass Magnus Carlsen and win the event.

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