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Magnus Carlsen on Gukesh: Respect, Rivalry, or Something Else?
When Dommaraju Gukesh stunned the world by becoming the youngest Classical World Chess Champion in 2024, many chess legends were in awe of the teenager who had just rewritten history.…
Top 10 SURPRISING Richest Chess Players
When you think of wealthy people, chess players probably aren't the first to come to mind. Most fans know about Magnus Carlsen's fame or Hikaru Nakamura's online success, but what…
5 Times Magnus Carlsen Got Angry
Former World Champion Magnus Carlsen is known for his calm demeanor, killer instinct, and unmatched talent at the chessboard. But even the world’s greatest players are human. While he often…
How to Play Bughouse Chess Variant
Bughouse is fast, chaotic, and addictive. It takes the classic rules of chess and throws in a twist: teamwork. Also known as "tandem chess" or "exchange chess," Bughouse is played…
Kramnik’s Cheating Allegations of Chess Players: David Navara, Daniel Naroditsky, Others
Vladimir Kramnik, the 14th World Chess Champion, has ignited a firestorm in the chess world with a series of controversial cheating allegations against several prominent players. Some of these players…
Top 5 Funniest Moments in Chess
Chess is often a game of intense focus and quiet tension. But what if I told you that chess isn't always serious business? Yeah, this all-serious game has a comedic…
Learn The Different Types of Elo Chess Rating Systems
Chess players love numbers. Especially when those numbers show who's better at the game. But here's the catch: not all ratings are created equal. Whether you're climbing the ladder on…
The Best Guinness World Records in Chess 2025
Chess isn't just a game. It's a battleground, a brain war, and sometimes, a record-breaking stage. The Guinness World Records in chess prove that. From insane hours of nonstop play…
Top 10 Most Brilliant Chess Moves of All Time
Some moves in chess don’t just win games; they echo through history. Whether it’s a jaw-dropping sacrifice or a sneaky underpromotion that leads to mate, brilliant moves show us the…
GothamChess, Hikaru & Top Chess Content Creators to Follow
Online chess isn't what it used to be. It's faster, funnier, and more exciting than ever. A lot of that is thanks to a handful of creators who've changed the…
Is Hans Niemann the Most Hated Chess Player?
Few chess players in modern chess provoke debate and polarizing reactions as much as Hans Niemann. The American grandmaster has become synonymous with controversy. From cheating scandals to bizarre conspiracy…
Top 5 Most Effective Chess Traps for Beginners and Intermediates
There's something very satisfying about springing a well-laid chess trap. That moment when your opponent's confident smile fades as they realize their "obvious" move just lost them the game. But…
Understanding The 6 Essential Chess Tiebreaker Methods
In many chess tournaments, multiple players often end with the same number of points. When that occurs, organizers need a fair and reliable way to rank those players, and that…
Top 10 Chess Players with the Most Aura
Chess is a game of calculation. But some players bring something more to the board, something that can’t be measured by rating alone. It’s that magnetic pull. That presence. That…
The Legendary Chronicles of Hikaru Nakamura
You can't think of three great players of this generation without the name Hikaru Nakamura coming to mind. The United States legend has been a household name in chess for…
Is Mikhail Tal a Genius or Overrated? The Truth Behind the Legend
You hear Mikhail Tal and images of dazzling sacrifices and relentless attacks form. Fondly called the "Magician from Riga," his tactical brilliance and unending attacks created beautiful chess games. Tal’s…
Chess960: The Ultimate Guide to Freestyle/Fischer Random Chess
What if we could make chess even more unpredictable by adding a chaos factor? Something that could reignite creativity from start to finish. Few modern chess innovations fit this quite…
Ju Wenjun: Meet The Chess World Champion
Ju Wenjun is one of the world's top female players. Since the first time she came into the limelight in the chess world, she has gone from becoming the Chinese…
The Rise of GothamChess: The Internet’s Chess Teacher
In today's online chess world, one name stands out: GothamChess. If you've ever searched YouTube for chess tips or watched someone explain a wild blunder with humor and clarity, you've…
Famous Chess Players Who Wrote Great Books
Some players dominate on the board. Others leave their mark on paper. A few do both, and those are the legends we're focusing on here. These aren't just great chess…
Anna Muzychuk Wins Dramatic Grosslobming Grand Prix, but Zhu Jiner and Goryachkina Secure Candidates Spots
The FIDE Women's Grand Prix 2024/25 reached a nail-biting conclusion in Grosslobming, Austria. In a bittersweet victory, Anna Muzychuk claimed first place, but it was Zhu Jiner who secured the…
Praggnanandhaa Triumphs at 2025 Superbet Classic After Dramatic Playoff
At the 2025 Superbet Classic Romania, Indian Grandmaster Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu continued his remarkable year, securing his first Grand Chess Tour event win. The Indian prodigy secured the title after a…
What You Did Not Know About The Great Judit Polgar
Chess has seen its fair share of prodigies, but Judit Polgar wasn't just a prodigy; she was a revolution. Born in Budapest in 1976, Judit didn't just break records; she…
Stockfish, Fat Fritz 2 and Other Top Chess Engines in 2025
Introduction The world of computer chess has exploded in the last decade. Chess engines have become more than just tools for hobbyists; they're now full-blown grandmasters in a machine. In…
Why Does Elon Musk Hate Chess?
Many famous people have expressed their admiration for chess, but one of the biggest celebrities in recent times and the world's current richest man never misses a chance to swing…
Why does Chess draw Comparisons with Checkers?
"Playing chess, not checkers." You've probably heard this quote before, or at least a variation of it. For years, chess and checkers have fascinated strategic minds. While both games share…
How to Cheat in Chess
Let's be honest: chess can be challenging. You spend years learning openings, grinding tactics, and memorizing endgames, only to get destroyed by some teenager who barely looks at the board.…
Top 10 Chess Movies You Cannot Miss
Chess isn’t just a game; it’s a battle of intellect, patience, and psychological warfare. Over the years, filmmakers have captured the beauty of chess in gripping narratives that showcase the…
14 Popular Benefits of Playing Chess
Chess is one of the most popular board games in the world, and for good reasons. Even with its popularity, it is natural to question why individuals dedicate themselves to…
Duolingo Enters The Chess Industry: New Chess.com Competition?
It started with a tweet. “Get your knights ready… Chess is coming.” That’s all Duolingo had to say on April 22, and the internet exploded. One image, one sentence, and…
Ranking Movie Characters That Would Make Great Chess Players
We all have our favorite movie characters. The larger-than-life figures always seem to come out on top of obstacles and wow us while they're at it. But have you ever…
Ju Wenjun Dominantly Wins The 2025 FIDE World Women’s Chess Championship!
The 2025 FIDE World Women's Chess Championship is over! Ju Wenjun retains her title in a dominant fashion against the brave and daring challenger, Tan Zhongyi. However, Ju Wenjun's road…
Magnus Carlsen Defeats Nakamura to Clinch Paris Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Title
Magnus Carlsen, the world's highest FIDE-rated player, has once again proven his dominance as one of the greatest by winning and dominating the Paris Freestyle Chess Grand Slam. The event,…
Women’s World Chess Championship 2025 Day 8: Ju Wenjun Widens Lead
Day 8 of the Women's World Chess Championship 2025 saw Ju Wenjun further solidify her dominance. Her victory against Tan Zhongyi increases the score to a commanding 6-2, leaving Tan…
Ju Wenjun Leads After Days 4 and 5 of The FIDE Women’s World Chess Championship
Game 4 of the FIDE Women's World Chess Championship 2025 began with perfectly balanced scores. The challenger, Tan Zhongyi, stunned the world in Game 2 by taking a full point…
FIDE Women’s World Chess Championship 2025: Score Tied After Three Games
One of the highlight Chess Tournaments for 2025, the FIDE Women’s World Chess Championship features defending World Champion GM Ju Wenjun facing her compatriot, the 33-year-old challenger Tan Zhongyi, whom…
