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67 hours of non-stop chess: the World Record Chess Marathon begins in Lima

25/06/2026 -

Lima, Peru - From 25 to 28 June 2026, the Sheraton Lima becomes the stage for one of the most unusual chess festivals of the year. Eight tournaments, elite simultaneous exhibitions, a top showdown, US$100,000 prize fund and a clock that essentially never stops for four days and nights for chess. Here is everything you need to know about the World Record Chess Marathon.

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Aarit Kapil Moves to Joint Lead at 1st Chola Chess IM Norm Round Robin

25/06/2026 -

The 5th Day at the Chola Chess IM and GM Norm Tournament saw exciting results. In the IM Group, there were 4 decisive results. Tournament leader Arshpreet Singh suffered a loss against Madhesh Kumar, Aarit Kapil defeated Daakshin Arun, and Madhvendra Pratap Sharma scored a win against Devindya Oshini. In the GM Group, Michal Krasenkow is performing at the highest level. He scored another win to reach 4.5/5 and gained a full 1.5 points lead. Photos: Devansh Singh

Arul Anandh S P K Dominates United Educational Institution 3rd Classical Rating 2026

24/06/2026 -

Arul Anandh S P K scored an unbeaten 8.5/9 points to win the United Educational Institution and Coimbatore District Chess Association's 3rd International FIDE Rating Open Classical 2026. IM Girinath P.D.S and Nigash G scored 8/9 points to secure 2nd and 3rd place on tiebreak scores. The tournament was organised at United Educational Institution, Coimbatore, from 26th to 30th May. The total prize fund was ₹4,00,000, with the top 3 prizes of ₹50,001, ₹35,000, and ₹25,000 along with trophies. Photos: Mr Sandeep

Rahul N Kamath Wins 21st Late Bharatbai Halkude Memorial Below 1800 Rating

24/06/2026 -

Rahul N Kamath, Ruturaj Rushikesh Dhotre, and Prabal Pandey scored 8/9 points to finish in the top 3 at the 21st Late Bharatbai Halkude Memorial Below 1800 Chess Tournament. Rahul secured the 1st place on better tiebreak scores. The tournament was organised at Dhruv Global School with a total prize fund of ₹12,05,010. The top 3 prizes were ₹1,05,010, ₹65,000, and ₹50,000, along with trophies. Photos: Nagnath Halkude

From Bhubaneshwar to Nagpur: The Journey of India's Youngest Chess Stars

24/06/2026 -

Every year, the National Under-7 Chess Championship offers a glimpse into the future of Indian chess. While the spotlight often shines on grandmasters and other titled players, it is events like these that reveal the country's next generation of talent. The 2025 edition produced memorable champions and inspiring stories. Now, as the chess community prepares for the 2026 edition in Nagpur, anticipation is building once again.

Michal Krasenkow Dominates at Chola Chess; Arshpreet Singh Leads IM Group

24/06/2026 -

GM Michal Krasenkow is looking in red-hot form at the 2nd Chola Chess GM Norm Round Robin Tournament. Krasenkow defeated GM Alexei Fedorov in the 4th round to gain the sole lead with 3.5/4 points. In another decisive result, GM Mihail Nikitenko defeated IM Kushagra Mohan to gain the sole 2nd place. In IM Group, Arshpreet Singh is delivering a dominant performance, having defeated Madhvendra Pratap Sharma to take the sole lead with 3.5/4. The 5th round of IM Group starts at 10:30 IST, while the GM Group starts at 14:00 IST. Photos: Devansh Singh

World Youth Chess Championship 2026: Title Race Intensifies After Round 7

23/06/2026 -

After completion of 7 rounds at the World Youth Chess Championship 2026, the battle for the titles in the Open and Girls Under-14, Under-16, and Under-18 categories remains wide open. In all categories, there is no favourite yet, as exciting results and upsets are coming in each round. From Indian players, Goutham Krishna H is co-leading in the Open U-16, while Pratitee Bordoloi is currently in 2nd place in Girls U-18. Photos: FT Niklesh Jain

IM Kushagra Mohan Wins Late Bharatbai Halkude Memorial Open Classical 2026

23/06/2026 -

IM Kushagra Mohan scored an unbeaten 8/9 points to win the 20th Late Bharatbai Halkude Memorial, Open Fide Rating Chess Tournament 2026. Kushagra Mohan, Viresh Sharnarthi, and Ajjesh J R scored the same points and secured the top 3 places according to the tiebreak score. The tournament was held at Global Dhruv Global School, Pune, from 18th to 22nd May. The total prize fund was ₹14,14,104, with the top 3 prizes of ₹1,11,000, ₹1,01,101, and ₹51,000 along with trophies. Photos: Mr. Nagnath Halkude

Harshavardhan GB Strikes; Visiting GMs Dominate Round 3 at Chola Chess GM Round Robin

23/06/2026 -

IM Harshavardhan GB defeated IM Antoine Bournel to score his 1st win in the 3rd round of the Chola Chess GM Norm Round Robin Tournament. The game between co-leaders Ajay Santhosh Parvathareddy and Harsh Suresh ended in a draw. In the other 3 games, the visiting Grandmasters won against Indian IMs. It was an action-packed day in the IM section as there were 4 decisive results. The 4th round starts on 23rd June at 2 PM IST. Photos: Devansh Singh

Anuj Shrivatri Wins 1st Burhanpur Open Rapid Rating 2026

22/06/2026 -

IM Anuj Shrivatri scored an unbeaten 8/9 points to win the 1st Burhanpur Open Rapid Rating Tournament 2026. Anuj and Sammed Jaykumar Shete were both unbeaten 8/9, but a better tiebreak score helped Anuj win the tournament. Five players scored 7.5/9 points to finish in 3rd to 7th place. The tournament was organised by Burhanpur District Chess Association on the 6th and 7th June 2026. The total prize fund was ₹6,50,000, with the top 3 prizes of ₹1,00,000, ₹75,000, and ₹50,000 along with trophies. Photo: Aditya Sur Roy

Dragon Chilling Wins FIDE World Team Blitz 2026 to Seal Double Gold

22/06/2026 -

Just two days after clinching the World Rapid Team Championship, the Chinese squad Dragon Chilling has completed a historic double by securing the World Team Blitz Championship 2026 title. Despite the presence of heavyweights like Magnus Carlsen’s WR Chess and India’s formidable Team MGD1, this Chinese unit maintained its dominance throughout the event to walk away with both trophies. In the Blitz Endgame.AI secured 2nd place while the Uzbekistan team secured 3rd position. Photos: Michal Walusza/FIDE

Huge Wins for Ajay Santhosh and Harsh Suresh in Round 2 of 2nd Chola Chess GM Round Robin

22/06/2026 -

IM Ajay Santhosh Parvathareddy and IM Harsh Suresh scored huge wins in the 2nd round of the Chola Chess GM Round Robin Tournament 2026. Ajay defeated IM Antoine Bournel with the black pieces, while Harsh Suresh beat Mihail Nikitenko with white pieces. In the 3rd round, Ajay is going to face Harsh Suresh. In the IM Group, there was only one decisive result, where FM Pranav KP defeated Devindya Oshini Gunawardhana. Check out today's player of the day in the report. The 3rd round starts on 22nd June at 2 PM IST. Photos: Devansh Singh

A Memorable Journey to Indore: My Experience at the National Championship for the Specially Abled

21/06/2026 -

Chess has always been more than just a game for me; it is a journey of learning, determination, and growth. One such memorable chapter was my recent trip to Indore to participate in the National Chess Championship for the Specially Abled. The tournament brought together talented players from various parts of India. It was inspiring to meet and compete with chess enthusiasts from different states, each carrying unique experiences and a deep passion for the game. Read the story of Sharon Rachel Aby. Photos: IM Akshat Khamparia

FIDE World Team Blitz 2026: Final 8 Locked for Knockout Sunday

21/06/2026 -

There was no time to breathe after the dramatic Rapid Tournament; the action exploded right into the 2026 FIDE World Team Blitz Championship. The stakes were incredibly high: an intense marathon moving from massive 12-team round-robin pools, straight into a two-match direct elimination phase. Out of the 48 starting squads, only the Final 8 Qualified for Sunday's Knockouts: WR Chess, Endgame.AI, Hexamind Chess Team, Mr Birdie and Friends, Dragon Chilling, Uzbekistan, Team MGD1, and Chessgurukul. Photos: Michal Walusza/FIDE

From 4.5-Hour Marathon to Sudden Queen Trap, Chola Chess IM and GM Norm Tournament Begins

21/06/2026 -

The Chola Chess GM and IM Norm Round Robin Tournament 2026 kicks off in Chennai, and the 1st round delivered exciting results. In the IM group, FM Arshpreet Singh defeated IM David Gochelashvili, FM Aarit Kapil won against FM Pranav KP, and Daakshin Arun trapped Devindya Oshini's queen to win the game. In the GM group, there were two decisive results where Michal Krasenkow defeated Anuj Shrivatri and Mihail Nikitenko defeated Antoine Bournel. Check out the player of the day at the end, 2nd round starts on 21st June at 2 PM IST. Photos: Devansh Singh

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