Winners Crowned at 2025 FIDE World School Chess Championship
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Winners Crowned at 2025 FIDE World School Chess Championship

The 2025 FIDE World School Chess Championship has ended with thrilling matches in Vrnjačka Banja. A total of 470 young players from 43 countries competed for glory. Kazakhstan was the most successful nation. They won four gold, three silver, and one bronze medal. The tournament had six age…

Kashlinskaya & Shuvalova Replace Khademalsharieh & Lagno in FIDE WGP India
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Kashlinskaya & Shuvalova Replace Khademalsharieh & Lagno in FIDE WGP India

Kashlinskaya & Shuvalova Replace Khademalsharieh & Lagno: IM Sarasadat Khademalsharieh and GM Kateryna Lagno have withdrawn from the FIDE Women’s Grand Prix (WGP) India due to personal reasons. Their spots will now be taken by IM Alina Kashlinskaya and IM Polina Shuvalova. These two rising stars will compete…

Muzychuk & Jiner Face Off in the WGP Cyprus Final Round
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Muzychuk & Jiner Face Off in the WGP Cyprus Final Round

She Muzychuk & Jiner Face Off, the excitement is at its peak! Anna Muzychuk’s victory over Elisabeth Paehtz in round eight brought her back into the race. She is now tied with Zhu Jiner at 5.5/8, setting up an intense final round at the Cyprus Women’s Grand Prix….

WGP Cyprus: Shake-up at the Top! Badelka Shines, Zhu Jiner Leads
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WGP Cyprus: Shake-up at the Top! Badelka Shines, Zhu Jiner Leads

The WGP Cyprus Round Seven saw major upsets and a new tournament leader! Three games ended decisively, with Olga Badelka defeating Anna Muzychuk in a stunning attack. Zhu Jiner took the top spot after a strong win against Divya Deshmukh, while Nana Dzagnidze bounced back with a victory…

Anna Muzychuk Leads WGP Cyprus as Four Players Chase
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Anna Muzychuk Leads WGP Cyprus as Four Players Chase

After six rounds in the Women’s Grand Prix (WGP) in Cyprus, Anna Muzychuk holds the lead with 4.5 points. Close behind her is Zhu Jiner with 4 points, while three more players—Aleksandra Goryachkina, Mariya Muzychuk, and Harika Dronavalli—follow with 3.5 points each. A Special Start to Round 6…

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European Chess Championship 2025: Daniil Yuffa Leads at Halfway Mark

The European Chess Championship 2025 is taking place in Eforie Nord, Romania. The tournament has now reached its halfway point. After six intense rounds, players are enjoying a well-earned rest day. The sixth round began with a special opening ceremony. Consul General of Turkey in Romania, Ozan Cakir,…

FIDE World School Chess Championship 2025 Kicks Off in Serbia
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FIDE World School Chess Championship 2025 Kicks Off in Serbia

The FIDE World School Chess Championship 2025 has officially begun in Vrnjačka Banja, Serbia. Known as a hub for chess and tourism, the event runs from March 19 to March 29, 2025. Grand Opening Ceremony The opening ceremony featured a lively performance by the children’s choir “Vrnjačke Iskrice.”…

WGP Cyprus: Anna Muzychuk Leads with 4/5 Before Rest Day
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WGP Cyprus: Anna Muzychuk Leads with 4/5 Before Rest Day

Anna Muzychuk is in the lead at the Cyprus Women’s Grand Prix with 4 points out of 5. She secured her third consecutive win, taking a big step toward the title(Anna Muzychuk Leads with 4/5). China’s Zhu Jiner is just half a point behind. She held Alexandra Goryachkina…

Zhu Jiner Takes the Lead After Two Rounds: FIDE WGP Cyprus
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Zhu Jiner Takes the Lead After Two Rounds: FIDE WGP Cyprus

The second round of the FIDE Women’s Grand Prix in Cyprus started on time at 15:00 at the Hilton Nicosia. The ceremonial first move was made by Valeriya Avksenteva, Deputy Executive Director of the main sponsor, Freedom24. She played the first move for Mariya Muzychuk, who was up…

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…