World Championship

Former world champion Anatoly Karpov has claimed that India's D. Gukesh won the classical chess world title 'by chance' against China's Ding Liren. The remarks echo skepticism from other Russian ex-champions like Vladimir Kramnik, following Gukesh's historic 2024 victory where he became the youngest champion ever at age 18. Gukesh faces a title defense later this year amid a recent form slump.

Jumat, 13 Maret 2026 Dilaporkan oleh AI

Kerri Einarson and her Manitoba team are set to compete at the 2026 BKT World Women’s Curling Championship in Calgary, aiming for their first global title. Unlike the fanless 2021 event in the same city, this tournament will feature full crowd support. The skip expressed excitement about the home atmosphere and family presence.

Magnus Carlsen secured his 21st global chess title by defeating Fabiano Caruana in the final of the first Fide-recognized Freestyle world championship at Weissenhaus, Germany. The Norwegian grandmaster overcame a dire position in the decisive game to claim victory. The event featured randomized starting positions for back-row pieces to reduce preparation advantages.

Jumat, 20 Februari 2026 Dilaporkan oleh AI

The pairings for the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 and the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 were determined at a drawing of lots ceremony in Paphos, Cyprus. Both events, set for 28 March to 16 April 2026 at the Cap St George’s Hotel & Resort, will select challengers for the world chess championships. The schedule features double round-robin formats with eight players each.

The inaugural FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship 2026 will take place from February 13 to 15 in Wangels, Germany, featuring eight top grandmasters in the Chess960 format. Led by world number one Magnus Carlsen, the event promises intense competition without traditional opening preparations. A $300,000 prize fund is up for grabs, with all participants guaranteed earnings.

Kamis, 12 Februari 2026 Dilaporkan oleh AI

The inaugural FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship starts on February 13 in Weissenhaus, Germany, featuring top grandmasters in the innovative Chess960 format. Organized by FIDE and Freestyle Chess Operations, the event includes a $300,000 prize fund and live global streaming. Magnus Carlsen headlines the eight-player field competing in rapid and knockout rounds.