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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.
A three-time diving chess world champion just broke a world record by playing 16 simultaneous underwater games, winning 12 of them on a single breath per move. His inspiring comeback story from a devastating back injury airs on ESPN2 this Saturday.
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 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.
Scientists at Duke University used pigs in custom diving suits to test a breakthrough gas mixture that could dramatically reduce "the bends" for deep-sea divers. The discovery could one day help commercial and military divers stay underwater longer and return to the surface more safely.
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.
World champion D Gukesh and rising star Arjun Erigaisi powered India to a commanding victory over Spain at the Chess Olympiad in Samarkand. The dynamic duo led their team to a perfect 4-0 start in the tournament.
The Ganges Grandmasters had no owner just days before their auction, forcing emergency management changes. They went on to win the entire Global Chess League championship.
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. ##
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.
Ten Nigerian chess players are competing at the World Chess Olympiad in Uzbekistan, blending experienced veterans with teenage newcomers ready to shine. Their confidence is contagious as they aim for medals at one of the sport's biggest stages.
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.
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.
Grandmaster Koneru Humpy is heading back to one of chess's most prestigious events, proving that breaking barriers young can fuel a lifetime of excellence. The 38-year-old Indian champion will compete at Norway Chess Women from May 25 to June 5.
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