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Players

Arjun Returns To Top 10 In June Rating List

Arjun Erigaisi clawed his way back into the world top 10 after a strong showing at TePe Sigeman in May. He scored 5/8 in the tournament, losing a tieb…

Players

Norway Chess: So extends lead, as Pragg scores classical win over Firouzja

Wesley So maintains his commanding lead at Norway Chess despite dropping the Armageddon to Gukesh after fighting to a classical draw. His two-and-a-ha…

Players

Not Interested in Draws || Praggnanandhaa vs Alireza || Norway Chess 2026

Praggnanandhaa and Firouzja clashed at Norway Chess 2026 in a game both players …

Players

Wesley So Wrests Lead From Firouzja, Assaubayeva Regains Women's Lead

Wesley So seized control of Norway Chess 2026 in round six, capitalizing on three decisive games to move ahead of the field. So defeated Praggnanandha…

Players

Norway Chess: Carlsen beats Firouzja, So grabs the lead

Wesley So grabbed the lead at Norway Chess after methodically defeating Praggnanandhaa in round six. Firouzja finally cracked, losing first place when…

Players

MAGNUS CARLSEN HITS 5000 ELO

Carlsen smashed through 5000 rating points across all online formats combined, a…

Players

Magnus Carlsen MAKES THE FIRST MOVE and LEAVES the BOARD IMMEDIATELY

Carlsen played 1.e4 then walked away from the board before his opponent sat down…

Players

Norway Chess: So takes down Carlsen, Gukesh grabs first classical win

Wesley So toppled Magnus Carlsen in round five of Norway Chess, claiming a significant classical victory with the black pieces. So sits in second plac…

Players

Magnus Carlsen Situation is Crazy

Carlsen's withdrawal from the World Chess Championship cycle sent shockwaves thr…

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