FIDE Ratings
Grandmaster Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus, hailed by Magnus Carlsen as the strongest 14-year-old in chess history, gained 11 points to reach a rating of 2669 in the February 2026 FIDE classical ratings list. This marks the highest gain among the world's top-100 players for January. His performance in recent events positions him to challenge records for youngest to reach 2700.
Reported by AI
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.