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Magnus Carlsen escapes with a draw against Fabiano Caruana, wins Freestyle Exhibition

23/11/2024 -

Magnus Carlsen (NOR) managed to salvage a draw in the second game to win Freestyle Chess Exhibition match against Fabiano Caruana (USA). The world no.2 had a couple of good chances in the rook endgame. However, he missed them and the endgame expert escaped with a draw. The second game was played at Le Freeport in Singapore. Both players posed next to a lavish US$ 44 Million chess set up. The first event of Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour 2025-26 will take place in Weissenhaus, Germany from 7th to 14th February 2025. Carlsen, Caruana, Levon Aronian (USA) and Alireza Firouzja (FRA) are the confirmed participants for that event. One has to wait and see if the reigning World Fischer Random champion, Hikaru Nakamura (USA) accepts his 'extended invitation' for the tour. Photos: Aditya Sur Roy

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Akhil Anand launches his own clothing line to support neurodiverse individuals

22/11/2024 -

At just 13, Akhil Anand is already carving a legacy of his own. His passion for art began with observing the stripes of zebra and tiger. He realized that patterns are everywhere and decided to dive deeper into the art. Last year, he published his book ‘The HEart of Math’ and exactly a year later, he launched his clothing line in collaboration with the Hastha Foundation. The funds received from this initiative will be used for neurodiverse individuals. For Akhil, this is just the beginning; his ultimate goal is to host a solo exhibition to showcase his art. Check out what Anand and Aruna have to say about Akhil’s talent and also, how can you support his initiative. | Photo: Hastha

D Gukesh becomes the Brand Ambassador of RBL Bank

22/11/2024 -

On Thursday 21st November, RBL Bank announced GM D Gukesh, the World Championship Challenger, as their Brand Ambassador. The first game of FIDE World Championship Match 2024 is a little over three days away. It will be played between Gukesh and the reigning World Champion - GM Ding Liren (CHN). Gukesh is the second Indian after Vishy Anand to compete in a World Championship Match. A decade and a few days after Anand, Gukesh will challenge for the most coveted prize in this beautiful cerebral sport. Gukesh being the brand ambassador of RBL Bank will bring a lot of eyes all across the globe to the bank. Game 1 starts on Monday 25th November at 5 p.m. local time, 2:30 p.m. IST. Photo: RBL Bank

Freestyle Exhibition G1: Carlsen wins a crazy game against Caruana

22/11/2024 -

Magnus Carlsen (NOR) won the first Freestyle Chess Exhibition game against Fabiano Caruana (USA). It was a wild game where the world no.1 decided not to castle his king. Eventually it turned out to be safer for his king than his opponent who decided to castle on the kingside. Caruana captured the b2-pawn which helped White to gain control of the b-file after few moves and turn things in his favor. The Norwegian's king ended up on h4 which was a really safe place compared to Black's at h8. The game was played at Silentworld Yacht in Singapore. Caruana must win the second game today to force tie-breaks. Game 2 starts today from 8 p.m. local time, 5:30 p.m. IST. Photos: IM Sagar Shah

Leaders Emerge After Round 6 at World Cadet Chess 2024

21/11/2024 -

The World Cadet Chess Championship 2024 in Montesilvano, Italy, has crossed its halfway mark, and the competition is heating up. Leaders have emerged in all age categories, but with several players in close pursuit, the remaining five rounds are set to deliver thrilling battles and surprising results. Indian players like Sattwik Swain, Advik Amit Agrawal, and Pooja Shree R have shown strong performances, keeping India’s hopes alive in the medal race. As the tournament progresses, their resilience and skill will be closely followed by Indian chess fans. For the first time in history, the 1st World Cadet Chess Solving Championship 2024 will be organized on the rest day. A total of 247 players from 47 countries will participate in this historic event. Report & Photos: Niklesh Jain

Carlsen and Caruana set to play two Freestyle games to promote Freestyle Grand Slam Tour 2025

21/11/2024 -

World no.1 and 2, Magnus Carlsen (NOR) and Fabiano Caruana (USA) will play two exhibition Freestyle games to promote Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour 2025. Both games will be in Singapore, however in different locations. The first game will be played in a yacht. Before the exhibition games, there was a 'Head and Hand' game also famously known as Hand and Brain games. For those who are unfamiliar with it, one player (Head) says which piece to move, the other player (Hand) moves that piece to wherever s/he desires. IM Tania Sachdev and GM Magnus won the Head and Hand exhibition game against GM Fabiano and GM Maurice Ashley (USA). Game 1 starts today from 8 p.m. local time, 5:30 p.m. IST. Photos: Abhyudaya Ram and Aditya Sur Roy

Ilamparthi and Prishita Gupta are National Sub-Junior Open and Girls 2024 Champions

21/11/2024 -

IM Ilamparthi A R (TN) and IM Ethan Vaz (Goa) scored 9.5/11 each at 49th National Sub-Junior Under-15 Open 2024. The top seed, Ilamparthi won the tournament due to better tie-break score, Ethan secured second place. Prathamesh Sherla (MAH) and CM Madhvendra Pratap Sharma (MP) scored 9/11 each. They were placed third and fourth respectively. Prathamesh was the only player to beat the eventual winner, Ilamparthi. WCM Prishita Gupta (DEL) scored an unbeaten 9.5/11 to become champion in 40th National Sub-Junior Under-15 Girls 2024. Ashita Jain (GUJ), WFM Saparya Ghosh (WB) and Ananya Raman (TN) scored 8.5/11. They were placed second to fourth respectively. The total prize fund combining Open and Girls section was ₹900000. The top three prizes in both Open and Girls sections were ₹90000, ₹70000 and ₹58000 along with a trophy each respectively. Photos: Jayapala Chandady

My First Endgame Study: A Chess Composition Tourney Sponsored by WFCC and ChessBase India

20/11/2024 -

Beneath its deceptively simple facade of a game, chess conceals a rich tapestry of human ingenuity and thought. It is, as Anatoly Karpov succinctly remarked, art, science, and sport all rolled into one. Yet, while the competitive aspect of chess basks in the limelight with its high-stakes, action-packed tournaments and matches, the subtle but no less fascinating endeavour of chess composition, where artistry shines the brightest, languishes in relative obscurity. As a step towards redressing this imbalance, ChessBase India and the World Federation for Chess Composition (WFCC) present My First Endgame Study, a beginner-friendly study composing contest designed for chess enthusiasts eager to explore the creative world of chess composition, specifically studies. Details follow.

Aaryan Varshney becomes India’s latest International Master, gives credit to his father

20/11/2024 -

One of the most satisfying aspects of the chess world is knowing a player’s journey. Almost every day, we see fresh headlines about young chess players making history. While the older generation inspires the young generation, chess prodigies are now inspiring players of all ages. Aaryan Varshney, a young chess prodigy, recently achieved the International Master title. The hero behind Aaryan’s success is his father, Gaurav Varshney, who was a passionate chess player in his college days. From dreaming about his son becoming a world-class player to actually achieving it, Gaurav supported Aaryan like a parent, a friend, and most importantly, a coach! Read the inspiring story of how Aaryan became an International Master. It’s a story that will surely inspire you to be a part of his success. 

A quick and complete review and overview of ChessBase 18

20/11/2024 -

This exceptionally clear and concise video will show you not only all the features of the newly released ChessBase 18, but demonstrates how they can be used by amateurs and pros alike (not to mention some that are just plain fun). Even the new mobile app is on display in full live action with the database, repertoires and opening stats all available. Check out the details and decide whether you can afford not to have the program. ChessBase 18 and Mega Database 2025 are available now on our shop. Upgrade from previous version is also available. Buy now if you haven't yet. Photo: ChessBase

Tim Grutter wins 2nd Amsterdam Open 2024, Sharan Rao second

20/11/2024 -

Six players - FM Tim Grutter (NED), IM Sharan Rao, FM Midas Ratsma (NED), GM Erik Van den Doel (NED), FM Maurice Schippers (NED) and IM Dagur Ragnarsson (ISL) scored 5/6 at 2nd Amsterdam Open 2024 Group A (>2000). Tim won the tournament, Sharan secured second place and the remaining four were placed third to sixth respectively. The top three prizes in Group A were €2000, €1000 and €750 along with a trophy each. The three-day six-round rating tournament was organized by a six-member tournament committee at Corry Tendeloohuis  in Amsterdam, Netherlands from 1st to 3rd November 2024. The third edition will take place from 24th to 26th October 2025. Photo: Amsterdam Chess Open

World Amateur 2024: Kumaresh secures Silver, Bronze for Sovna Sonali Jena

20/11/2024 -

Tomasz Zebracki (POL) scored 7/9 to win Gold at World Amateur Championship 2024 in Under-2300 Open category. He finished a half point ahead of the competition. CM Kumaresh A, FM Khishigbat Ulziikhishig (MGL) and CM Raphael Kracht (GER) scored 6.5/9 each. Kumaresh won Silver and Khishigbat Bronze according to tie-breaks. Anastasiia Osadchuk (UKR) won Under-1700 Women scoring 8/9. Bayart-Uchral Anu (MGL) scored 7/9 to secure Silver. Sovna Sonali Jena edged past Viktoriya Evdokimova on tie-breaks to win Bronze medal scoring 6/9. The total prize fund of the tournament was €15000. The top three prizes in U2300 Open were €2000, €1500 and €1000 along with a trophy and medal each. For U1700 Women, they were €500, €300 and €200 along with a trophy and medal each. Photos: Ippotis Chess Club Rhodes

Record participation at Hanoi Rapid Rating Open Chess Championships 2024

19/11/2024 -

The highest number of participation in a rating tournament in India is witnessed at National School Championship. On an average the participation is anything above 1000 or 1500. However, the Hanoi Open Rapid Championship 2024 witnessed a record participation of nearly 2400 players. There were various starting from Under-5. The other categories were - Under-6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13 and 15 for both Boys and Girls. Apart from that there were advanced groups too where GMs, IMs and WIMs took part from over 1000 chess clubs across Vietnam. Check out the report written by Peter Long. Photo: FM FT IA Peter Long

Vitaliy Bernadskiy victorious at 2nd Marburger Schachtage 2024, Rathanvel second

19/11/2024 -

The top seed GM Vitaliy Bernadskiy (UKR) scored an unbeaten 6/7 to win Marburger Schachtage 2024 A. He finished a half point ahead of the field. Nine players scored 5.5/7 each. IM V S Rathanvel and GM Hagen Poetsch (GER) scored 5.5/7 each to secure second and third place according to tie-breaks. The total prize fund of the tournament combining both group was >€6100. The top three prizes in Group A were €1000, €750 and €600 each. The four-day seven-round rating tournament was organized by SK Marburg / Thomas Henrich in Marburg, Germany from 24th to 27th October 2024. The third edition will take place from 16th to 19th October 2025. Photo: SK Marburg 1931/72 e.V.

World Cadet Round 3 : Demchenko, Sameh Mohamed & Xin Stella Maintain Lead

18/11/2024 -

The World Cadet Chess Championship in Montesilvano, Italy, entered its third day with some surprising results, particularly in the Under 12 Boys and Girls sections, where top seeds faced unexpected challenges. In the other four categories, the top board players maintained their momentum and secured their third consecutive victories. With three rounds completed, the tournament is gaining intensity as players battle for early leads. Several Indian players, including Aadik Lenin, Sattwik Swain, and Divith Reddy, impressed with strong performances, keeping India's hopes alive. Photo & Report : Niklesh Jain / ChessBase India

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