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Chess: Sindarov extends Candidates lead and heads for world title challenge

Anish Giri won two games in a row to advance into second place, but has little chance of overhauling the leader

The Guardian - UK

Magnus Carlsen wins with black, Knights battle to maintain lead in Global Chess League

NAGPUR: Alaskan Knights vanquished Magnus Carlsen's Alpine Sg Pipers 9-7, notwithstanding the world No.1 pocketing four points on the icon board against Anish Giri, to remain unbeaten and maintain their lead in the Global Chess League on Sunday.

The Times of India

Anand, Carlsen to feature in Casablanca Chess Variant

Unique chess event in Casablanca with Anand and Carlsen playing variations of past games, aiming to engage wider audience.

The Hindu

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Twelve-year wait for final GM norm affected me: Shyaam Nikhil

CHENNAI: It's been a long time coming for 32-year-old P Shyaam Nikhil. At a time when Indian chess is ruled by Chennai teens, Shyaam finally clinched his GM title in Dubai on Sunday, waiting 12 years for his final norm. The Nagercoil man became India's 85th and TN's 30th GM.…

The Times of India

Candidates Chess: Sharp and stable, Gukesh stays strong contender

PUNE: Regardless of the result in the 11th round scheduled on Wednesday night in the Candidates chess in Toronto, D Gukesh will remain in contention to win the Challenger spot. The 17-yearold Tamil Nadu boy has displayed remarkable hunger and tenacity to be joint leader with stalwart Ian Nepomniachtchi of…

The Times of India

Chess: Bodhana Sivanandan dazzles at European Women’s Blitz Championship

The English prodigy, eight, totalled 8.5/13 and finished 15th in a field of 105 as well as winning the prize for best junior

The Guardian - UK

I played impulsively in some positions against Carlsen, says Praggnanandhaa

R. Praggnanandhaa's chess prowess earned him a spot in the 2024 Candidates Tournament and a hero's welcome in Chennai. He met PM Modi and joined a preparatory camp in Kolkata. Praggnanandhaa reflected on his recent exploits, saying he didn't expect the recognition he received. He also discussed his match with…

The Hindu

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Cheating in chess is cheating – even if it’s an online game

Letter: Martha Lea on why the chess community is angry about the Hans Niemann controversy

The Guardian - UK

FTX Crypto Cup | Praggnanandhaa stuns Firouzja, Carlsen stops Giri

The young Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa reinforces his growing stature.

The Hindu

Chess Olympiad: Time to play the right moves

India, with six teams, will be one of the favourites in the 44th Olympiad

The Times of India

Chess: national solving championship open for entries from Britain

Entry is free, the prize fund is expected to be at least £1,200, and the winner qualifies for the 2023 world solving championship

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