Hit the Halfway Mark! World Cadet & Youth Rapid and Blitz Championships 2025
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Hit the Halfway Mark! World Cadet & Youth Rapid and Blitz Championships 2025

The FIDE World Cadet & Youth Rapid and Blitz Championships 2025 in Rhodes has officially hit the halfway mark! The rapid rounds are done, and now all eyes are on the upcoming blitz games, starting April 16, 2025. But before we dive into the blitz action, let’s celebrate…

FIDE World Cadet & Youth Rapid & Blitz Championship 2025
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FIDE World Cadet & Youth Rapid & Blitz Championship 2025

The FIDE World Cadet & Youth Rapid & Blitz Chess Championship 2025 has officially started in the beautiful city of Rhodes, Greece. The event is organized by FIDE and the Hellenic Chess Federation and is being held at the Palace Hotel. More than 430 young chess players from…

Rapid and Blitz Tournaments 2026: FIDE Extends Fee Waiver
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Rapid and Blitz Tournaments 2026: FIDE Extends Fee Waiver

The FIDE Council has announced that it will continue waiving rating fees for all Rapid and Blitz tournaments until 2026. This decision aims to encourage more players to participate and promote chess worldwide. (Rapid and Blitz Tournaments 2026) Why is This Important? FIDE (the International Chess Federation) usually…

Fourth Leg of FIDE Women’s Grand Prix 2024-2025 Begins in Nicosia
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Fourth Leg of FIDE Women’s Grand Prix 2024-2025 Begins in Nicosia

The fourth leg of the 2024-25 FIDE Women’s Grand Prix has officially begun. The tournament is being held at the luxurious Nicosia Hilton Hotel in Cyprus from March 14 to March 25. Ten of the world’s top female chess players will compete in this prestigious event. A Grand…

FIDE Women’s Grand Prix Cyprus 2025 – Simple & Exciting Preview
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FIDE Women’s Grand Prix Cyprus 2025 – Simple & Exciting Preview

FIDE Women’s Grand Prix Cyprus 2025 Get ready for the 4th stage of the FIDE Women’s Grand Prix 2024-25, happening in Nicosia, Cyprus, from March 14–25, 2025! This top-level chess event brings together 10 of the world’s best female players. They will compete not only for prizes but…

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…

5 ways to explore chess during 2024 World Chess Championship
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5 ways to explore chess during 2024 World Chess Championship

From Google Arts & Culture to GenChess, discover new ways to experience chess with AI and explore the history of this timeless game. Chess, the classic game of strategy, has long been a proving ground for artificial intelligence. Google has achieved breakthroughs in AI with programs like AlphaZero…