Women's Chess

The International Chess Federation has published its February 2026 rating list, showing minimal shifts at the top ranks. Women dominated the biggest gains, with several players making notable debuts in the top 100. Emerging talents from regions like the Andaman and Nicobar Islands also secured their first international ratings.

26 Mwezi wa kwanza, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI

The lineup for the Women's Higher League of the Turkmenistan Chess Championship 2026 has been finalized, featuring eight players competing for the national title. The event will occur in Ashgabat from February 2 to 11 as a double round-robin tournament. Qualifications stemmed from a recent First League tournament won by 12-year-old sensation Dilber Hupbyeva.