Ju Wenjun vs Tan Zhongyi Begins with a Balanced Game
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Ju Wenjun vs Tan Zhongyi Begins with a Balanced Game

The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Chess Championship has officially begun in Shanghai, China. Game 1 started at 3 PM local time, with Ju Wenjun playing White and Tan Zhongyi playing Black. The opening of the game saw the Sicilian Defence, French Variation—a calmer line compared to the usual…

FIDE Women’s World Championship Opening Ceremony 2025
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FIDE Women’s World Championship Opening Ceremony 2025

The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Championship officially began with a grand opening ceremony in Shanghai. The event took place at the JW Marriott Hotel, creating a prestigious setting for this major chess tournament. Press Conference At 16:00 local time, journalists gathered in the Grand Banquet Hall for the…

Shanghai and Chongqing to host 2025 FIDE Women’s World Championship Match
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Shanghai and Chongqing to host 2025 FIDE Women’s World Championship Match

FIDE Women’s World Championship Match World Championship Matches are the pinnacle of chess, and this year we will witness the 2025 FIDE Women’s World Championship Match, featuring a highly anticipated rematch between two of China’s top Grandmasters: the reigning Champion, Ju Wenjun, and the Challenger, Tan Zhongyi. With…

FIDE World Blitz Championship 2024: Carlsen, Nepomniachtchi share gold; Ju Wenjun triumphs in Women’s Blitz
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FIDE World Blitz Championship 2024: Carlsen, Nepomniachtchi share gold; Ju Wenjun triumphs in Women’s Blitz

FIDE World Blitz Championship 2024 The 2024 FIDE World Blitz Championship concluded with high drama, as Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi shared the Open title after an intense tiebreak match, while Ju Wenjun clinched the Women’s Blitz crown by defeating Lei Tingjie in the final. As Asia and…