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Indian chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa claimed his first title of 2026 at Norway Chess after a stunning comeback that saw him defeat four champions in a row. The 20-year-old's victory over German grandmaster Vincent Keymer sealed a remarkable turnaround from the bottom of the leaderboard.
Rising chess star R Praggnanandhaa claimed victory at Norway Chess, adding another major title to India's growing list of sporting achievements. The win comes as Indian athletes sweep competitions across multiple disciplines this week.
Twenty-year-old R. Praggnanandhaa became the first Indian to win Norway Chess after a stunning comeback from last place. The young grandmaster won four straight games to claim the championship with 18 points.
Twenty-year-old Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa defeated Magnus Carlsen for the second time at Norway Chess, becoming one of the few players to beat the legend thrice in classical chess. The stunning victory puts him within striking distance of the tournament lead.
A Turkish teenager with fearless play and deep preparation shocked the chess world by defeating one of the planet's highest-rated players. Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus scored an impressive 7 points against elite competition at one of chess's most prestigious tournaments. ##
Faustino Oro from Argentina just achieved one of chess's rarest honors at 12 years old, joining only six other players who became Grandmasters before turning 13. The Buenos Aires prodigy earned his final qualification in Italy this weekend, cementing his place in chess history.
Nineteen-year-old Javokhir Sindarov from Uzbekistan just became one of the youngest players ever to win the Candidates Tournament, earning the right to challenge for the world chess championship. His stunning victory marks a breakthrough moment for Central Asian chess and inspires a new generation of players.
After two tough years of declining ratings, 24-year-old Indian chess player R Vaishali just won the Women's Candidates Tournament and will challenge for the World Championship. Her secret weapon? An almost superhuman ability to sit still and calculate complex positions for hours until she finds the answer.
Twenty-year-old world chess champion Gukesh turned the tables on rival Praggnandhaa in a thrilling comeback at Norway Chess, crediting his sharp play to improved mental wellbeing. The young Indian star says feeling good about himself has unlocked better decisions at the board.
South African chess players dominated the 2026 African Individual Chess Championship, claiming three spots in the top 10 and showcasing the country's emerging chess talent. From blitz champions to breakout junior stars, the team proved Africa's chess future is bright.
Grandmasters played chess for nearly three days without stopping in Lima, Peru, competing for $100,000 in one of the most grueling mental endurance tests ever attempted. Jorge Cori won the marathon while 12-year-old prodigy Faustino Oro amazed spectators with his stamina.
Faustino Oro from Buenos Aires just earned chess's highest honor at age 12, becoming the second-youngest Grandmaster in history. The young prodigy secured his final qualification by staying unbeaten at a tournament in Italy.
Every Sunday morning in Chennai, strangers gather in parks and cafés for unhurried chess games where nobody keeps score. The Chennai Chess Club is bringing back the joy of face-to-face play in a city that raised world champions but lost its casual chess culture.
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is investing in a groundbreaking chess tour that aims to make the game more exciting for fans worldwide. The Norwegian star says the sport sharpens his mind just like football does.
In a stunning upset at Prague's international chess festival, defending champion Aravindh Chithambaram outsmarted newly crowned world champion D. Gukesh in a thrilling sixth-round match. The victory showcases the incredible depth of talent emerging from India's chess revolution.
Premier League superstars like Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah are sparking a chess renaissance among young people. Haaland is so passionate about the game he's now investing in a new chess tour.
Chess makes history as women get their own FIDE Freestyle World Championship for the first time. The tournament launches February 2027 in Germany, marking a major step forward for gender equality in competitive chess.
Indian chess player R Vaishali, the lowest-rated player in the field, defied all expectations to win the 2026 Candidates Tournament. Her victory sets up a potential world championship match and reignites India's chess momentum.
Nine-year-old Clarissa Liu regularly beats opponents twice her age at chess tournaments across Brisbane. But despite soaring interest in the game, only 16.5% of the world's competitive chess players are female—and most girls drop out before adulthood.
At a press conference in Oslo, Magnus Carlsen and teen world champion Gukesh shared rare, vulnerable insights about the crushing weight of holding chess's highest title. The honest exchange revealed a side of elite chess the world rarely sees.
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