Chessforsharks Editorial Team
Our team comprises a diverse and talented team of writers and chess experts with combined 28 years of experience.
5 Surprising Facts Behind Why We Celebrate International Chess Day
Each year, on July 20th, the global chess community gathers, on and off the board, to celebrate International Chess Day. But what exactly are we celebrating? For many, it might seem obvious: chess, of course. Yet, dig a little deeper and the origins and meaning behind this international holiday are far richer and more surprising…
Top 5 Embarrassing Moments for Chess Players
Chess is littered with moments that are too human and too cringeworthy not to share. These are the incidents that become legendary stories decades later. Chess is the ultimate game of intellect and composure. No one expects to see a dude fighting, cheating, or turning into a falling chair meme. But chess players are as…
What Happened to Ding Liren? His Rise and Fall
When Ding Liren won the World Chess Championship in 2023, everyone was glad for him, even his opponent, Ian Nepomniachtchi. But eighteen months later, the chess world watched a different man defending his title. The Ding who played Gukesh was a far inferior player. His rating had dropped from 2788 to 2728, and his world…
