At just 18, Indian chess prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju stunned the world by defeating China’s Ding Liren to become the youngest…
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Anand Rejects Carlsen, Chooses Fischer as Top Champion
Viswanathan Anand, India’s chess legend, recently played the viral “pick your favourite” game with FIDE. The five-time World Champion revealed…
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Viswanathan Anand Blames Kasparov for Chess’s Olympic Setback
Viswanathan Anand, the five-time World Chess Champion and current FIDE Deputy President, recently discussed the ongoing efforts to include chess…
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How Anand’s WACA Shaped the Rise of Gukesh and Indian Chess
Viswanathan Anand, five-time world chess champion, has profoundly influenced Indian chess beyond his personal achievements. In December 2020, during the…
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Book Review: Garry Kasparov’s “My Great Predecessors”
Introduction Garry Kasparov’s “My Great Predecessors” is a monumental series that explores the historical evolution of chess through its greatest…
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Lei Tingjie Draws Inspiration from Anand’s Legacy, Targets Norway Chess 2025 Victory
Chinese Grandmaster Lei Tingjie is gearing up for the Norway Chess 2025 tournament with determination and excitement. Reflecting on her…
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Why Praggnanandhaa Misses Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour
Chess Prodigy Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu will not be participating in the inaugural Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour in Weissenhaus, Germany, this…
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Watch: Grand Welcome at Chennai Airport for Praggnanandhaa
Chennai, February 4, 2025 – GM Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa received a grand welcome at Chennai International Airport after his historic win…
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FIDE vs Freestyle Chess: Magnus Carlsen Sparks Chess War
FIDE and Freestyle Chess Clash Over “World Championship” The chess world is ablaze with controversy as FIDE and Freestyle Chess…
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Viswanathan Anand Withdraws from Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Amid FIDE Tensions
Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand has withdrawn from the upcoming Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour, citing complications arising from his…
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