Amin Tabatabaei delivered an exceptional performance at the Reykjavík Open, clinching a decisive victory through a truly dominant display of his chess prowess. His journey to claiming the championship trophy included an incredible streak of seven consecutive wins at the tournament's outset, ult

Following a captivating fourth round of the Women's Candidates Tournament, Anna Muzychuk and Bibisara Assaubayeva now stand tied for the lead. Wednesday's play saw two decisive outcomes: Muzychuk secured a victory against Kateryna Lagno, and Zhu Jiner emerged triumphant over Divya Deshmukh. Des

Following four intense rounds of the Candidates Tournament in Cyprus, a distinct leader has emerged. Javokhir Sindarov delivered a stunning performance, defeating co-leader Fabiano Caruana in their crucial matchup. This victory propelled Sindarov to an impressive score of 3½ out of 4, establish

Eleven-year-old British chess sensation Bodhana Sivanandan has captivated the chess world, seizing the top spot in the UK rankings after an extraordinary start to 2026. This monumental achievement has been proudly announced by the English Chess Federation. Her list of groundbreaking accomplishm

As the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 heats up, chess enthusiasts, streamers, and grandmasters alike are buzzing with opinions on the early performances. A recurring theme in these discussions casts Matthias Bluebaum as the tournament's most significant underdog. But does this label truly ref

Bodhana Sivanandan, the prodigious British chess talent, has recently achieved a historic milestone by ascending to the top position in the UK's female chess rankings. This remarkable feat follows an outstanding performance at the start of 2026. Her rapid rise builds upon earlier extraordinary

After three intense rounds of the Candidates Tournament held in Cyprus, two competitors have decisively moved ahead, establishing a clear lead. Fabiano Caruana and Javokhir Sindarov both achieved their second victories, propelling them a full point ahead of the challenging field. Caruana's

In this compelling analysis presented on The Monthly Dragon, acclaimed chess expert Chris Ward takes an in-depth look at the newest advancements in the Dragadorf variation. He clearly illustrates why these contemporary Dragon setups are rapidly becoming an exceptionally practical and potent wea

The second round of the Women's Candidates tournament was dominated by the theme of missed opportunities, with all four games once again concluding in draws. Zhu Jiner held a distinctly superior position against Kateryna Lagno but ultimately failed to convert her advantage, all

The second round of the Candidates Tournament in Cyprus concluded with all four matches ending in draws, resulting in no shifts in the overall standings. Fabiano Caruana, Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu, and Javokhir Sindarov continue to share the top spot, each accumulating 1½ points out of a possib

Following its highly successful debut last year, chess is set to make its return to the Esports World Cup in 2026. During its inaugural appearance, chess firmly established itself within the wider esports ecosystem, captivating audiences with impressive viewership figures and filling arenas. Th