Chess News
No Chess on a Dead Planet: Climate Protest Halts Play at Wijk aan Zee
January 17, 2026
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Posted by Nathaniel Cross
Posted by Nathaniel Cross
A major disruption hit the prestigious Tata Steel Chess Tournament in Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands, after climate activists staged a protest during the e...
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Vladislav Artemiev: “Rapid chess rewards courage”
January 14, 2026
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Posted by Nathaniel Cross
Posted by Nathaniel Cross
Russian GM Vladislav Artemiev reflects on his performance at the 2025 World Rapid Championship, sharing insights into his mindset, preparation, and wh...
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Magnus Carlsen Seals Rapid and Blitz World Championship Double for a Fifth Time
December 31, 2025
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Posted by Nathaniel Cross
Posted by Nathaniel Cross
Magnus Carlsen has once again confirmed his dominance in fast time controls, completing a remarkable Rapid and Blitz World Championship double for the...
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Jonathan Hawkins (1983–2025): A Remarkable Rise in British Chess
December 24, 2025
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Posted by Nathaniel Cross
Posted by Nathaniel Cross
Jonathan Hawkins (1 May 1983 – 22 December 2025) was born in Consett, County Durham, England, and became one of British chess’s most inspiring late im...
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FIDE General Assembly 2025 Opens Under Growing Political Pressure
December 14, 2025
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Posted by Nathaniel Cross
Posted by Nathaniel Cross
The FIDE General Assembly began this week amid heightened tension, as chess officials from around the world gathered with more than just tournament sc...
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Jose Martinez Leads a Wave of Rising Stars
December 6, 2025
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Posted by Nathaniel Cross
Posted by Nathaniel Cross
The latest FIDE rating list has delivered one of the most exciting shake-ups of the year, with several rising talents making major leaps as 2025 comes...
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