Ju Wenjun defeated challenger! Extends lead before the break in Chongqing
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Ju Wenjun defeated challenger! Extends lead before the break in Chongqing

The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Chess Championship is heating up! In Game 6, reigning World Champion Ju Wenjun defeated challenger Tan Zhongyi with the black pieces. This win gives Ju a strong 4–2 lead as the match heads into the second half—and to Tan’s hometown of Chongqing. It…

Ju Wenjun Takes the Lead in Game 5 of Women’s World Championship
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Ju Wenjun Takes the Lead in Game 5 of Women’s World Championship

For the first time in the match, reigning World Champion Ju Wenjun has taken the lead.She won Game 5 with confidence and control. Her opponent, Tan Zhongyi, playing with the Black pieces, ran into early trouble in the opening.Ju quickly took the advantage and never let it go….

Luca Protopopescu Becomes Youngest Ever to Break 2200 Rating
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Luca Protopopescu Becomes Youngest Ever to Break 2200 Rating

Just days after his ninth birthday, Luca Protopopescu from France has made chess history. He became the Youngest Ever to Break 2200 FIDE classical rating. This young star from Marseille achieved this incredible milestone by beating his former coach! A Record-Breaking Feat Only nine months ago, England’s FM…

Third Annual Autism Talks Held in Almaty, Kazakhstan
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Third Annual Autism Talks Held in Almaty, Kazakhstan

On April 6, the city of Almaty in Kazakhstan hosted the third annual Autism Talks. This special event was held alongside the Asian Chess Championship (Zone 3.4) and celebrated World Autism Awareness Day, which is observed every year on April 2. The event honored inspiring stories from parents…

Game 4 of FIDE WWC: Tan Zhongyi Misses Her Chance to Lead
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Game 4 of FIDE WWC: Tan Zhongyi Misses Her Chance to Lead

Game 4 of the 2025 FIDE Women’s World Championship was full of drama and excitement. It ended in a draw—but it was far from a quiet one. With two of the first three games ending decisively, both players came in with momentum. Would they play it safe, or…

Fast Moves, Global Teams: Register for FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Team Championships
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Fast Moves, Global Teams: Register for FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Team Championships

Get ready for one of the biggest chess events of the year! The FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Championships are coming to London from June 10 to 16. This exciting tournament features a fast-paced format and international teams, making it a must-watch event for players and fans…

Fridrik Olafsson (1935 – 2025): Iceland’s Chess Legend
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Fridrik Olafsson (1935 – 2025): Iceland’s Chess Legend

Fridrik Olafsson, Iceland’s first Grandmaster and the fourth President of FIDE, has passed away at the age of 90. He was a six-time national champion and two-time Nordic Chess Champion. Olafsson led the world chess organization, FIDE, from 1978 to 1982. A Brilliant Beginning Fridrik was born on…