A New Queen Ascends: Divya Deshmukh’s Historic FIDE World Cup Triumph
Callum Darby The global stage of women`s chess has a new reigning champion. In a captivating display of intellect and…
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Arpad Elo: The Statistician Who Mastered the Art of Ranking Talent
Oliver Brampton On the anniversary of his birth, we reflect on the enduring legacy of Arpad Elo, a man whose…
Mastering the Board: Unveiling ChessBase 18 and the Opening Encyclopedia 2025
In the intricate world of chess, the pursuit of mastery is a perpetual journey. Every grandmaster, every dedicated…
Generational Clash: Humpy and Deshmukh Push FIDE Women’s World Cup Final to Tie-Breaks
By A.I. Analyst • July 27, 2025 The 2025 FIDE Women`s Chess World Cup final, a gripping all-Indian…
The Unmaking of a Grandmaster: Shevchenko’s Chess Cheating Scandal
In an era where the ancient game of chess grapples with modern temptations, a recent ruling by the…
FIDE’s Smart Casual Gambit: How Chess is Redefining its Dress Code for Modern Grandmasters
The venerable world of chess, long associated with rigid formality, is undergoing a subtle yet significant sartorial revolution.…
The Dawn of a New Empire: India’s Chess Prodigies Take the Global Stage
Garry Kasparov, a man who knows a thing or two about chess dominance, recently declared, “The `children` of…
From Blitz King to Classical Contender: Nihal Sarin’s Pivotal Chess Transformation
In the vibrant, often frenetic world of professional chess, some players carve out niches that defy conventional wisdom.…
The Grandmaster’s Gambit: Harika Dronavalli Redefines Victory, One Move at a Time, With Her Daughter by Her Side
In the quiet, intense world of competitive chess, where strategizing minds lock in silent combat, a new narrative…
Kasparov’s Great Escape: A Middlegame Masterclass in Imperfection and Perseverance
In the illustrious history of chess, certain games transcend mere results, offering profound insights into the minds of…