Chess

Ben Mezrich offers fresh details on the Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann dispute in his new book Checkmate. The work draws on interviews with those involved in the scandal that rocked modern chess. An ebook version appeared in April with the hardcover set for release in June.

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The India Rising chess tournament has been announced as a new qualifying route to the Esports World Cup 2026 chess tournament in Riyadh, offering a $30,000 prize fund and one spot in the main event.

GM Arjun Erigaisi defeated GM Zhu Jiner in round six of the 2026 TePe Sigeman Chess Tournament to take sole possession of first place with 4.5 points. GM Magnus Carlsen and GM Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus trail by half a point ahead of the final round.

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GMs Fabiano Caruana, Wesley So, Hans Niemann, Vladimir Fedoseev, and Javokhir Sindarov share the lead with 4/6 points after three rapid rounds at the 2026 Super Rapid & Blitz Poland. Caruana's last-round win over So propelled him into the tie atop the standings. Day two rapid rounds are scheduled for Wednesday at 8 a.m. ET.

Grandmaster Judit Polgar, the strongest woman player in chess history, is now available as a virtual coach on Chess.com. Users can select her for guidance in puzzles, lessons, and game reviews. She also offers sparring games with real-time feedback.

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Chess.com has announced the King of the Hill Chess Championship, set for May 6 to 8 with a $2,500 prize fund. The event features the popular variant where players can win by advancing their king to central hill squares. Qualifiers begin Tuesday, open to all participants.