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S8UL Aravindh Chithambaram becomes first Indian to qualify for EWC 2026 Chess EventS8UL Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram becomes the first Indian chess player to qualify for the Esports World Cup 2026.

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Esports Foundation & JioBLAST launch India Rising Road to EWC 2026Esports Foundation & JioBLAST have announced India Rising: Road to EWC, a new national esports and chess pathway leading to the EWC 2026.

FIDE Women's Candidates 2026: Schedule, participants, matchups, all you need to know

FIDE Women's Candidates 2026: Schedule, participants, matchups, all you need to knowThe FIDE Women’s Candidates 2026 brings together eight elite players in Cyprus, as they battle for a chance to challenge Ju Wenjun for the world title.

'It's in my best interest to skip…': World champion Gukesh to skip part of Grand Chess Tour to focus on training

'It's in my best interest to skip…': World champion Gukesh to skip part of Grand Chess Tour to focus on trainingReigning world champion D Gukesh has announced a measured step back from an intensive tournament schedule, citing the need to rediscover his best form.

Who will replace Koneru Humpy at FIDE Women's Candidates 2026?

Who will replace Koneru Humpy at FIDE Women's Candidates 2026?Indian chess GM Koneru Humpy has withdrawn from the upcoming FIDE Women's Candidates 2026 tournament in Cyprus citing safety concerns.

Koneru Humpy withdraws from FIDE Women's Candidates tournament over safety concerns

Koneru Humpy withdraws from FIDE Women's Candidates tournament over safety concernsKoneru Humpy is the youngest female player to achieve the title of a Chess Grandmaster and is also the reigning Women's Rapid Chess champion. She had qualified for the Candidates by reaching the finals of the Women's World Cup.

Why Erling Haaland is investing in chess and backing the Total Chess World Championship

Why Erling Haaland is investing in chess and backing the Total Chess World ChampionshipMan City and Norway forward Erling Haaland has become an investor in Norway Chess through his new company and said that he finds the sport similar to football.

Koneru humpy likely to withdraw from Candidates over safety concerns due to West Asia conflict: Reports

Koneru humpy likely to withdraw from Candidates over safety concerns due to West Asia conflict: ReportsKoneru Humpy, a former world no.2, has raised safety concerns over hosting the Women's Candidates in Cyprus amid the West Asia Conflict.

Freestyle Chess World Championship 2026: Updated schedule, format, prize money, live streaming details

Freestyle Chess World Championship 2026: Updated schedule, format, prize money, live streaming detailsThe FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship 2026 is set to begin on February 13 to 15 in Wangels, Germany. Here's everything you need to know.

Freestyle Chess World Championship 2026: Live streaming, TV channel, where and how to watch

Freestyle Chess World Championship 2026: Live streaming, TV channel, where and how to watchThe FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship 2026 will be held from February 13–15 in Germany, featuring Magnus Carlsen, Arjun Erigaisi, and a $300,000 prize fund. Here's how to watch the event live

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