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GCL: Alpine SG Pipers beat Triveni Continental Kings to be crowned champions; PBG Alaskan Knights finish third
New Delhi, December 23: Alpine SG Pipers upset two-time defending champions Triveni Continental Kings to be crowned champions of the third edition of the Global Chess League (GCL), a joint initiative of Tech Mahindra and FIDE, on Tuesday, according to a release.
Dharavi Chess Championship 2025 to unite over 200 young minds
Mumbai, Dec 11: In the last many decades of its existence, Dharavi has produced many talented doctors, lawyers, artists, engineers, and sportspersons. It is the first time that one of Asia’s most densely populated informal settlements is gearing up for a vibrant showcase of strategy and youthful talent as the Dharavi Schools Chess Championship 2025.
GCL turns Mumbai into chessboard, flags off 1,000-plus Chess-themed taxis, autos as tickets go live
Mumbai, November 28: The Global Chess League (GCL), a joint initiative of Tech Mahindra and the International Chess Federation (FIDE), on Friday opened ticketing for its much-awaited Season 3 while simultaneously turning Mumbai into a citywide chessboard.
FIDE World Cup 2025: Wei Yi holds Sindarov with black in first game of final; Esipenko beats Yakubboev
Panaji, November 24: Chinese GM Wei Yi played another solid game with black pieces to hold GM Javokhir Sindarov to a draw in the opening game of the FIDE World Cup 2025 final, while GM Andrey Esipenko defeated GM Nodirbek Yakubboev in the third-place match here on Monday.
FIDE World Cup 2025: Wei Yi holds Sindarov in first game of final; Esipenko beats Yakubboev
Panaji, Nov 24: Chinese GM Wei Yi played another solid game with black pieces to hold GM Javokhir Sindarov to a draw in the opening game of the FIDE World Cup 2025 final, while GM Andrey Esipenko defeated GM Nodirbek Yakubboev in the third-place match in Panaji, Goa, on Monday.
FIDE WC 2025: Vidit Gujrathi ends 12-year-old Faustino Oro's hopes; Pranav, Pranesh advance to third round
Panaji, Nov 6: India's GM Vidit Gujrathi finally managed to crack the defence of Argentine wonder kid Faustino Oro in the second rapid game while Pranav V and Pranesh M also got the better of their respective opponents in the first set of rapid games to advance to the third round of the FIDE World Cup 2025 here on Thursday.
It is a matter of great pride for me: CM Pramod Sawant expresses joy in hosting FIDE World Cup 2025
Panaji, November 4: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Tuesday expressed pride in hosting the ongoing FIDE World Cup 2025 and welcomed all the players from different countries competing in the tournament.
I thank PM Modi for giving us a chance to organise this: Pramod Sawant on FIDE World Cup being held in Goa
Goa, October 31: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday expressed gratitude to PM Modi for the FIDE World Cup being held in Goa, marking its return to India. The trophy is named after India's great Viswanathan Anand. It will serve as a rolling trophy, passed on to future champions of the FIDE World Cup.
FIDE World Cup 2025 opens in Goa; tournament trophy named as Viswanathan Anand Cup
Panaji, October 31: A vibrant celebration of India and Goa's rich culture -- highlighted by a dazzling light and music show portraying the Spirit and Story of Chess -- set the stage for the grand opening of the FIDE World Cup 2025 at the Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Stadium on Friday.
FIDE World Cup 2025 opens in Goa with trophy named as Viswanathan Anand Cup in a grand opening ceremony
Panaji, Oct 31: The prestigious FIDE World Cup 2025 was inaugurated on Friday at a vibrant opening ceremony at which it was announced that the tournament trophy will be named after five-time World Champion and Indian chess legend Viswanathan Anand. The opening ceremony, a celebration of India and Goa's rich culture — highlighted by a dazzling light and music show portraying the Spirit and Story of Chess, set the stage for the mega event at the Dr.
Carlsen wins Clutch Chess Champions Showdown, Gukesh finishes fourth
Saint Louis, Oct 30: Magnus Carlsen emerges victorious in the Clutch Chess Champions Showdown, while reigning world champion Gukesh Dommaraju finished fourth.
'Really excited; playing anywhere in India is great,' says D Gukesh ahead of FIDE World Cup 2025 in Goa
Panaji, Oct 27: World Chess Champion D. Gukesh is eager to return to Goa, a place that has special significance from his early playing days.
FIDE World Cup 2025: Vidit Gujrathi shares excitement as India gears up to host global tournament
New Delhi, Oct 22: Vidit Gujrathi expressed his excitement ahead of the FIDE World Cup 2025 as India prepares to host the global tournament in Goa in November.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant unveils FIDE World Cup 2025 logo, anthem
Panaji, Oct 21: Goa chief minister Pramod Sawant on Tuesday unveiled the official logo and anthem of the FIDE World Cup 2025. Returning to India after 23 years, the tournament will feature 206 players from 82 countries.
Goa: CM Pramod Sawant unveils FIDE World Cup 2025 logo, anthem
Panaji, October 21: A glittering ceremony celebrating Goa's rich cultural heritage and India's growing stature as a global chess powerhouse marked the launch of the official logo and anthem of the FIDE World Cup 2025, unveiled by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant here on Tuesday.
Chess launches new World Championship, approved by FIDE, to crown combined winner in Fast Classic, Rapid, Blitz
Mumbai, Oct 15: The organisers of Norway Chess on Thursday announced the launch of a new World Championship, which will crown a champion across all time controls -- the Fast Classic, Rapid and Blitz, which has been approved and endorsed by the sport's world governing body, FIDE.
Norway Chess launches new World Championship, approved by FIDE
New Delhi, October 15: The initiative comes from the organisers of the prestigious Norway Chess tournament, and the official World Championship status agreement was signed with the International Chess Federation (FIDE) in early October. The vision of the Total Chess World Championship Tour is to find the player who best masters the disciplines Fast Classic, Rapid and Blitz combined. Fast Classic is an innovation of classical chess, featuring a time limit as short as 45 minutes plus a 30-second increment per move. This will receive a rating as classical chess, as per a release from Norway Chess.
Kasparov takes 5-point lead as Vishy Anand loses on time on Day 2 of The Clutch Chess
Missouri, Oct 10: On the second day of Clutch Chess: The Legends, a battle between Viswanathan Anand and Garry Kasparov, India's five-time world champion Anand had a clear advantage on the board in the fifth game, played in rapid format. However, the Indian great seemed to forget about his clock and lost the game on time.
Global Chess League launches GCL Contenders 2025, creating pathway for global talent to engage with chess superstars
New Delhi, August 28: For the first time in the world of chess, the Global Chess League (GCL), a joint venture between Tech Mahindra and FIDE, is creating a direct pathway for aspiring chess players to compete alongside the game's elite. Through GCL Contenders 2025, a two-month global initiative, three winners will earn the ultimate lifetime opportunity to enter GCL Season 3 as the league's ambassadors, and a chance to go shoulder-to-shoulder with the world's most elite Grandmasters in the first-ever franchise-based chess league, as per a release from GCL and Tech Mahindra.
Global Chess League launches GCL Contenders for global talent to engage with chess superstars
New Delhi, Aug 28: Global Chess League (GCL) launched GCL Contenders 2025, creating a direct pathway for aspiring chess players to compete alongside the game’s elite.
India is delighted to be hosting the prestigious FIDE World Cup 2025 after over two decades: PM Modi
New Delhi, August 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday welcomed the announcement of Goa as the host for the FIDE World Cup 2025, which will be held in India for the first time in 23 years.
FIDE World Cup 2025 to be held in Goa from November onwards
New Delhi, August 26: The International Chess Federation (FIDE) World Cup 2025 will be held in Goa from November 27 onwards, which will witness some of the biggest names in chess gather for the marquee event on India's West Coast.
PM Modi hails 'proud moment' as Goa is named host for FIDE World Cup 2025
New Delhi, Aug 26: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday welcomed the announcement of Goa as the host city for the FIDE World Cup 2025, describing it as a proud moment for Indian chess and a testament to the sport's growing popularity in the country.
Mumbai Chess Masters, Season 2: IM Kulkarni starts on a winning note
Mumbai, Aug 16: International Master (IM) Vikramaditya Kulkarni made a positive start, defeating Riyansh Kadam in the first round of the All-India Chess Masters, Season 2 Mumbai FIDE Classical Tournament, which commenced at the Mumbai Chess Centre here on Saturday.
Chennai GM 2025: Pranesh clinches Challengers crown; Arjun Erigaisi among Masters' trio of runners-up
Chennai, Aug 15: Grandmaster (GM) M. Pranesh held on to win the Challengers title in the Chennai Grandmasters 2025, earning the opportunity to compete in the Masters section next year, despite a final-round setback against IM Harshavardhan GB.
Chennai Grand Masters 2025: M Pranesh clinches Challengers crown; Arjun Erigaisi among Masters' trio of runner-ups
Chennai, August 15: Grand Master (GM) M Pranesh held on to win the Challengers title at the Chennai Grand Masters 2025, earning the opportunity to compete in the Masters section next year, despite a final-round setback against International Master (IM) Harshavardhan GB.
Chennai Grandmasters chess: Keymer seals title with a round to spare, becomes tournament's first-ever sole winner
Chennai, Aug 14: Vincent Keymer completed a landmark triumph at the Chennai Grand Masters 2025, securing the title with a round to spare and becoming the first sole champion in the tournament’s history. The 20-year-old German, playing with white pieces, drew his match against Dutchman Jordan van Foreest, while results elsewhere confirmed his tournament victory.
Chennai Grand Masters 2025: Karthikeyan M upsets Vidit Gujrathi with black, Vincent Keymer edges closer to maiden crown
Chennai, August 13: Grand Master (GM) Karthikeyan Murali lit up Round 7 of the Chennai Grand Masters 2025 on Monday with a stunning win over GM Vidit Gujrathi, prevailing with the black pieces after a gritty battle.
Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2025: Arjun Erigaisi holds Vincent Keymer to draw
Chennai, August 13: Indian GM Arjun Erigaisi held tournament leader Vincent Keymer to a hard-fought draw in the headline Round 6 clash at the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2025 on Tuesday. The result allowed the German GM to maintain his one-point lead at the top of the Masters standings after six rounds, with Arjun remaining in hot pursuit.
Chennai Grandmasters 2025: Vincent Keymer, Arjun Erigaisi play out a draw; Awonder beats Pranav
Chennai, Aug 12: Indian GM Arjun Erigaisi held tournament leader Vincent Keymer to a hard-fought draw in the headline clash of Round 6 in the Chennai Grandmasters 2025 at Hyatt Regency Chennai here on Tuesday. The result allowed the German GM to maintain his one-point lead at the top of the Masters standings after six rounds, with Arjun in hot pursuit.
Chennai Grand Masters: Vincent Keymer held to second successive draw, retains lead past midway point
Chennai, August 11: German GM Vincent Keymer maintained his grip on the top of the Chennai Grand Masters 2025 table despite being held to his second consecutive draw, this time by GM Vidit Gujrathi in Round 5 on Monday, according to a release from Chennai Grand Masters.
Chennai Grand Masters 2025: Vincent Keymer held to second successive draw by Vidit; retains lead past midway point
Chennai, Aug 11: German GM Vincent Keymer maintained his grip on the top of the Chennai Grand Masters 2025 table despite being held to his second consecutive draw, this time by GM Vidit Gujrathi in Round 5 on Monday.
Chennai Grand Masters 2025: Nihal Sarin upsets Arjun Erigaisi, undefeated Vincent Keymer extends lead on day 4
Chennai, August 10: Nihal Sarin claimed his first victory of the Chennai Grand Masters 2025, defeating compatriot Arjun Erigaisi in Round 4 on Sunday to halt his unbeaten run, according to a release from Chennai Grand Masters.
Chennai Grandmasters: Vincent Keymer makes it three in a row, maintains lead with perfect score
Chennai, Aug 9: Germany’s Vincent Keymer continued his flawless form in the Chennai Grandmasters 2025, posting his third straight victory by overcoming Karthikeyan Murali in Round 3 at the Hyatt Regency here on Saturday. With this win, Keymer remains the only player in the Masters section with a perfect score, emerging as the early leader in India’s most prestigious classical chess tournament.
Vincent Keymer makes it 3 wins in row at Chennai Grand Masters 2025
Chennai, August 9: Germany's Vincent Keymer continued his flawless form at the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2025, posting his third straight victory by overcoming Karthikeyan Murali in Round 3 at Chennai on Saturday. With this win, Keymer remains the only player in the Masters section with a perfect score, emerging as the early leader in India's most prestigious classical chess tournament.
Chennai Grand Masters 2025: Vincent Keymer takes sole lead; Robson stuns Vidit in Round 2
Chennai, Aug 8: Germany's Vincent Keymer emerged as the sole leader in the Masters section of the Chennai Grand Masters 2025 with a commanding win over India's V. Pranav, even as three games in the Masters section ended in draws in Round 2, being held at the Hyatt Regency here on Friday.
Arjun Erigaisi, Vincent Keymer start strong at Quantbox Chennai Grandmasters 2025
Chennai, August 8: World No. 5 Arjun Erigaisi and German Grandmaster Vincent Keymer got off to a winning start at the Quantbox Chennai Grandmasters 2025, as the classical tournament began on Wednesday, according to Chennai Grand Masters release.
Chennai Grandmasters: Arjun Erigaisi, Vincent Keymer off to strong start as third edition gets underway
Chennai, Aug 7: World No. 5 Arjun Erigaisi and German Grandmaster Vincent Keymer won their respective games to get off to a winning start at the Chennai Grandmasters 2025, as the prestigious classical chess tournament began at the Hyatt Regency, here on Thursday.
Chennai Grand Masters postponed until Thursday after fire incident at venue
New Delhi, Aug 6: The Chennai Grand Masters 2025, India's premier classical chess tournament, has been postponed by a day after a fire incident at the Hyatt Regency Chennai on Tuesday night, the organisers said on Wednesday.
Chennai Grandmasters 2025 opens with a blockbuster clash between Arjun Erigaisi and Awonder Liang
Chennai, Aug 5: The third edition of Chennai Grandmasters 2025, India's most prestigious classical chess tournament, kicks off at the Hyatt Regency on Wednesday with a marquee opening round clash between World No. 5 Arjun Erigaisi and American prodigy Awonder Liang.