Accurate defence by Gukesh secures another draw
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Accurate defence by Gukesh secures another draw

“Opening preparation is like an iceberg – most of the lines remain under the sea” (Ding Liren) The sixth game of the FIDE World Championship match, presented by Google, ended in a draw after 46 moves this afternoon. Both players tried everything on the board, probing for mistakes…

100% accuracy for Ding Liren and Gukesh in their 4th game draw
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100% accuracy for Ding Liren and Gukesh in their 4th game draw

A game that sees both players performing at a 100% accuracy rate can only end in splitting the point. After 42 hard-fought moves, the champion, Ding Liren, and the challenger, Gukesh D, agreed to a draw after a clear three-fold repetition in a rook ending, leaving the match…

Shabalov, Kaak, Klinova and Burchardt crowned on the Golden Island
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Shabalov, Kaak, Klinova and Burchardt crowned on the Golden Island

The 2024 World Senior Championship concluded in Porto Santo, the stunning “Golden Island” of the Atlantic Ocean. After 11 thrilling rounds, four champions emerged: Alerxander Shabalov (United States) in the 50+ section, Rainer Knaak (Germany) in the 65+, Masha Klinova (Israel) in the Women 50+ and Brigitte Buerchardt…

Gukesh strikes back to tie FIDE World Championship
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Gukesh strikes back to tie FIDE World Championship

The 18-year-old challenger from India, Gukesh D, scored a huge win this afternoon to level the match score at 1.5-1.5. Armed with excellent opening preparation, and full of confidence, Gukesh trapped one of Ding Liren’s minor pieces, and it was smooth sailing from then on. Gukesh was elated…