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4th President Cup Masters 2025 R2: Five draws

06/12/2025 -

The second round of 4th International President Cup 2025 Masters witnessed five draws. Nihal Sarin was up against France no.6, Maxime Lagarde. The game started in the Closed Ruy Lopez. Nihal sacrificed a pawn on the queenside to gain some initiative. However, none to be found. Soon a bunch of pieces got exchanged and the game arrived at an equal rook and minor pieces endgame. Draw became the obvious result. Currently, five players - Shant Sargsyan (ARM), Mukhiddin Madaminov (UZB), Bardiya Daneshvar (IRI), Shamsiddin Vokhidov (UZB) and Nihal are at 1.5/2 each. Round 3 starts today at 3 p.m. local time, 3:30 p.m. IST. Photo: Alimurod / Uzbekistan Chess Federation

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The inspiring story of how this grandmaster is promoting chess - Alojzije Jankovic

05/12/2025 -

On the rest day of the FIDE World Cup 2025, on 20th of November 2025, Sagar Shah decided to interview GM Aloizije Janković. "Every time I have met him, I have always been amazed by his warmth and infectious enthusiasm," he describes. A man who has worn many hats in the chess world, Janković carries the rare combination of passion, humility and purpose. A strong Grandmaster who once reached the Elo 2593, Alojzije is also a long-time television presenter in Croatia, Vice President of the European Chess Union, author, theoretician, trainer, commentator and researcher. He has lived a multi-dimensional chess life. Let's dive deep into his life and get to know him more in the article.

Indian Oil 51st National Women 2025 R3: Nivedita and Divi Bijesh beat WGMs

05/12/2025 -

WFM Nivedita V C (TN) and WCM Divi Bijesh (KER) defeated WGMs Srija Seshadri (TN) and Swati Ghate (LIC) respectively in Round 3 of Indian Oil 51st National Women Championship 2025. The new Commonwealth 2025 Women Gold medalist, Srija got herself in trouble right out of the opening and could not recover for the rest of the game. Divi on the other hand scored another impressive win over the legendary WGM. WFM Bristy Mukherjee (WB) and Maitreyi Mondal (WB) held the top seed, WIM Arpita Mukherjee (WB) and the defending champion, WGM Nandhidhaa P V (TN) to well contested draws. Total eight players are currently at a perfect score 3/3. WGM Mary Ann Gomes (PSPB) is the only former champion among them. Round 4 starts tomorrow at 10 a.m. IST. Photos: Shahid Ahmed

Saptorshi Gupta clear first at New Zealand Fischer Random Championship 2025

05/12/2025 -

Saptorshi Gupta scored an unbeaten 5.5/6 to win New Zealand Fischer Random Championship 2025. He finished a half point ahead of the rest. FM Felix Xie (NZL) scored 5/6 to finish second overall. However, Felix is declared as the official champion as he is the highest finisher among New Zealand players. CM Kendrick Botong Zhang (NZL) and FM Alphaeus Wei Arn Ang (NZL) scored 4.5/6 each. They shared third place. The total prize fund was NZ$ 2450. The top three prizes were NZ$ 500, 350 and 250. This was Saptorshi's second of the year and overall third triumph in New Zealand. Photo: New Zealand Chess News

4th President Cup Masters 2025 R1: Nihal Sarin makes a winning start

05/12/2025 -

The defending champion, GM Nihal Sarin started his defense with a win against GM Frederik Svane (GER) at 4th International President Cup 2025 Masters. Facing the Germany no.4, Nihal made his intentions clear in the middlegame. He went for an attack on the kingside and his opponent on the other flank. The pieces were traded and the German arrived at an unfavorable rook and minor piece endgame. After an incorrect pawn trade offer, the position liquidated into a rook and double knight where Nihal used his pieces beautifully to win the game. The Masters has an average rating of 2625 with an average age of 26. The total prize fund of the tournament was US$ 80000, an increase of $5000 from previous edition. The top three prizes are US$ 8000, $6000 and $5000 each. Photo: Alimurod / Uzbekistan Chess Federation

Indian Oil 51st National Women 2025 R2: Divi Bijesh and Dakshita Kumawat score upsets

04/12/2025 -

WCM Divi Bijesh (KER) and Dakshita Kumawat (RAJ) scored two big upsets over FM Sherali Pattnaik (UTT) and WIM Srishti Pandey (MAH) respectively in Round 2 of Indian Oil 51st National Women Championship 2025. Divi used her passed h-pawn beautifully to earn a victory over the fourth seed. Siya Sagar (GUJ) played a well contested draw against the third seed, WGM Priyanka Nutakki (AP). In a battle of WGMs, Kiran Manisha Mohanty (LIC) missed a good opportunity to win against Sarayu Velpula (TEL). Kanishka S (TN) drew against one of the latest WIMs of Kerala - Kalyani Sirin. Round 3 starts tomorrow at 10 a.m. IST. Photos: Shahid Ahmed

R Praggnanandhaa, Velimir Ivic and Ameet Ghasi share first place at XTX London Chess Classic Open 2025

04/12/2025 -

GM R Praggnanandhaa drew his final round game against one the defending cochampions, GM Ilya Smirin (ISR) at XTX Markets London Chess Classic Open 2025. GM Velimir Ivic (SRB) defeated GM Matthieu Cornette (ENG) and GM Daniel H Fernandez (ENG) lost to GM Ameet K Ghasi (ENG). Thus, Praggnanandhaa, Ivic and Ameet, all three ended up with the same score 7/9. Since this tournament does not have a tie-break system, all three players scoring 7/9, shared the first place. The total prize fund was £33000. The top three prizes were £10000, £5000 and £3000 each. This is Praggnanandhaa's fourth triumph of the year, first in an Open tournament. Photo: Yury Krylov / London Chess Classic

Arjun Erigaisi defeats Vishy Anand in the Finals to clinch Jerusalem Masters 2025

04/12/2025 -

It would not be an understatement to say that it is every player's dream to battle against Vishy Anand. What better stage to do it than a Final of a tournament? Arjun Erigaisi won a dream final against the one and only, Vishy Anand. Arjun had some chances in the first Rapid game. However, it ended in a draw. The second Rapid game also had the same outcome. Arjun struck in the first 3'+2" Blitz tie-break game. He drew the second one even though he was winning as a draw was enough for him to win the match and Jerusalem Masters 2025 tournament. This was the third time Arjun and Anand played a knockout tournament in the past 1.5 years and for the first time they faced each other in a Final. Photo: Yoav Nisenbaum / Israeli Chess Federation

Indian Oil 51st National Women 2025 R1: Vidhi Angelina stuns Arshiya Das

03/12/2025 -

The top seeds of Indian Oil 51st National Women Championship 2025 had a smooth start. Only WFM Shubhi Gupta (UP) was in real danger against Charudharshini R (TN). FM Sherali Pattnaik (UTT) scored the fastest win of the round among the top ten seeds. The defending champion, WGM Nandhidhaa P V (TN) had to earn her full point against Pavithra R V (TN). The latter could not find the correct way to hold a draw in the queen vs two rooks endgame. Vidhi Angelina (UP) scored an upset as she defeated the newly crowned National Sub-Junior Girls champion, WFM Arshiya Das (TRI). Round 2 starts tomorrow at 10 a.m. IST. Photos: Shahid Ahmed

Jerusalem Masters 2025: Vishy Anand and Arjun Erigaisi advance to the Semifinals

03/12/2025 -

Peter Svidler topped the Round-Robin stage scoring an unbeaten 8/11 at Jerusalem Masters 2025. Ian Nepomniachtchi, Vishy Anand and Arjun Erigaisi scored 7.5/11 each. They all advanced to the Knockout stage. Apart from Arjun, the remaining three remained undefeated. The highly anticipated battle between Anand and Arjun ended in a draw. Svidler will face Arjun and Nepomniachtchi will be up against Anand in the Semifinals. Each Knockout stage mini-match will have two Rapid games. In case of a tie, two 3'+2" games will be played. If the score is still tied then Armageddon will decide the winner of that match. Semifinal Game 1 starts today at 2 p.m. local time, 5:30 p.m. IST. Photo: IA Alon Shulman

R Praggnanandhaa on the verge of winning XTX London Chess Classic Open 2025

03/12/2025 -

GM R Praggnanandhaa defeated GM David Gavrilescu (ROU) to emerge sole leader at XTX Markets London Chess Classic Open 2025. Praggnanandhaa made the most out of his opportunity when his opponent made an incorrect rook movement while already lacking enough space. Praggnanandhaa broke out of the six leaders' pack to move to 6.5/8. A win in the last round will make him a clear champion whereas a draw might allow the pursuers to catch up. GM Pranav Anand drew against the newly crowned Commonwealth Open 2025 Gold medalist, GM Daniel Howard Fernandez (ENG). GM Iniyan Pa bounced back with a win over IM Marcus R Harvey (ENG). GM Velimir Ivic (SRB), Pranav, defending cochampion - GM Ilya Smirin (ISR), GM Matthieu Cornette (FRA), Daniel and GM Ameet K Ghasi (ENG) are on Praggnanandhaa's heels at 6/8 each. Round 9 starts today at 4 p.m. local time, 9:30 p.m. IST. Photo: Tao Bhokanandh / London Chess Classic

Arpita Mukherjee will headline Indian Oil 51st National Women Chess Championship 2025

02/12/2025 -

A total of 141 players including an IM, 8 WGMs and 5 WIMs are set to battle at 51st National Women Chess Championship 2025. West Bengal's very own - WIM Arpita Mukherjee is the top seed, WGM Sarayu Velpula second and WGM Priyanka Nutakki third. The defending champion, WGM Nandhidhaa P V will also be seen in action. India's second GM in history - Dibyendu Barua and the Commonwealth 2025 Women Silver medalist, WGM Mary Ann Gomes answered various questions at the Press Conference with organizing team and various officials. The total prize fund is ₹3000000. The top three prizes are ₹700000, ₹550000 and ₹450000 each. Round 1 starts tomorrow at 2 p.m. IST. Photos: Shahid Ahmed

XTX London Chess Classic Open 2025 R7: Pranav Anand rejoins Praggnanandhaa in the lead

02/12/2025 -

GM R Praggnanandhaa drew with his coleader GM Velimir Ivic (SRB) to stay at the top of XTX Markets London Chess Classic Open 2025. Praggnanandhaa drew the game in 24 moves when the position seemed unfavorable for him. GM Iniyan Pa lost to GM Ameet K Ghasi (ENG) after the former almost managed to recover from a difficult position, only to make a one-move tactical mistake. GM Pranav Anand defeated IM Nico Chasin (USA) to get back in the lead. Currently, Praggnanandhaa, Ivic, Pranav, GM David Gavrilescu (ROU), GM Daniel H Fernandez (ENG) and Ameet are sharing the lead with 5.5/7 each. Round 8 starts today at 4 p.m. local time, 9:30 p.m. IST. Photo: Yury Krylov / London Chess Classic

Jerusalem Masters 2025 R1-7: Can Arjun Erigaisi and Vishy Anand advance to the Semifinals?

02/12/2025 -

Peter Svidler has emerged sole leader 5.5/7 at Jerusalem Masters 2025. Arjun Erigaisi and Vishy Anand are trailing by a half point at 5/7 each. All three of them are undefeated so far. Arjun drew against Svidler in the seventh round. The top four finishers after the completion of Round-Robin stage will play Semifinals in Knockout format. Knockout stage will be a mini-match of two games. Total prize fund is US$ 140000. Top three prizes are $55000, $35000 and $20000 each. Arjun will face Anand in the eleventh round of the Round-Robin stage. Round 8 starts today at 2 p.m. local time, 5:30 p.m. IST. Photo: Official site

Madhavendra becomes Asian chess champion, earns FIDE Master title

01/12/2025 -

Madhavendra Pratap Sharma from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh has achieved the biggest success of his chess career so far by winning the Under-12 title at the Asian Chess Championship held in Thailand. With six wins and three draws in nine rounds, Madhavendra scored 7.5 points, secured first place, and claimed the gold medal. A few days earlier, he had also won the gold medal at the Commonwealth Chess Championship in Malaysia. By becoming Asian champion, Madhavendra has now earned the FIDE Master title, and his live rating has reached 2293, making him the youngest player from Madhya Pradesh to become a FIDE Master. Speaking to ChessBase, Madhavendra shared that his goal is to go to Europe and become an International Master, for which he is looking for a sponsor. Read the full article and see how he was welcomed on his return to Bhopal.

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