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Anish Giri returns to India as Alpine SG Pipers gear up for Global Chess L
Updated : 5 months, 3 weeks ago IST
With the GCL making its debut in India from December 13 to December 24 at Mumbai's iconic Royal Opera House, Alpine SG Pipers will head into Season 3 with an impressive lineup combining world-class experience and emerging talent. Amongst their key international players this season is 31-yea
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From fond memories to fresh battles in Goa: World champion Gukesh looks fo
Updated : 7 months ago IST
World Chess Champion D Gukesh is looking forward to returning to Goa, a destination that holds special memories for him since his early playing days, as he prepares to lead the Indian contingent at the prestigious FIDE World Cup 2025.
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Alpine SG Pipers announce line-up for season 3 of Global Chess League
Updated : 7 months, 4 weeks ago IST
The Global Chess League is back for its much-anticipated third season, and Alpine SG Pipers are set to compete with a formidable lineup. This season, the team combination includes proven champions as well as exciting new talent.
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Vincent Keymer makes it 3 wins in row at Chennai Grand Masters 2025
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The day also saw a strong performance from Arjun Erigaisi, who defeated American GM Ray Robson to stay firmly in the hunt for the top spot. Vidit Gujrathi bounced back with an important win over Nihal Sarin, while Awonder Liang scored his first victory of the tournament, stunning Dutch GM Jo
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Vincent Keymer takes sole lead; Robson stuns Vidit in round 2 at Quantbox
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Top seed Arjun Erigaisi was held to a draw by Dutch GM Jorden van Foreest, while Anish Giri and Nihal Sarin shared the spoils in a well-balanced clash. The showdown between Karthikeyan Murali and Awonder Liang also ended in a draw.
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Chennai Grandmasters 2025 opens with blockbuster clash between Arjun Eriga
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The nine-round, ten-day event, featuring 19 top Grandmasters and an International Master from India and around the world, will run until August 15, offering a total prize pool of Rs 1 Crore and valuable International Chess Federation (FIDE) Circuit points, as per a press release.
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Chennai Grand Masters returns featuring Arjun Erigaisi, Vidit Gujrathi amo
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Organised by MGD1, the tournament will be split into two categories: Masters and Challengers. The Masters field boasts global stars and Olympiad champions, including Anish Giri, Arjun Erigaisi, Vidit Gujrathi, Nihal Sarin, Jorden Van Foreest, Liang Awonder, Vincent Keymer, Ray Robson, Vladim
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Chennai Grand Masters returns with biggest field yet, featuring Arjun Erig
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
With its largest field and prize pool yet, the Chennai Grand Masters, India's most prestigious classical chess tournament, returns for its third edition from August 6 to 15 at the Hyatt Regency Chennai.
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Global Chess League: Triveni Continental Knights secure second title in sp
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
In two hard-fought, nerve-wracking games, Triveni stunned PBG with a 13-7 victory as Black in the first match and followed it up with a 9-7 win as White in the second. This victory earned Triveni the championship and the top prize of USD 500,000.
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Global Chess League: PBG Alaskan Knights one win away from finals
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
It was a day of upsets at the Global Chess League as the favourites stumbled in two matches, with Magnus Carlsen and Alireza Firouzja suffering shocking defeats.
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Global Chess League: PBG Alaskan Knights secure win over Alpine SG Pipers
Updated : 1 year, 7 months ago IST
Despite winning the coin toss, the Pipers opted to play with the black pieces, a decision influenced by Magnus Carlsen after team captain Pravin Thipsay initially wanted to take White.
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"Thrilled to be part of GCL this year....": Grandmaster Anish Giri
Updated : 1 year, 8 months ago IST
The league, which is a joint venture between Tech Mahindra and International Chess Federation (FIDE), is scheduled to take place from October 3 to 12 in London.
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