Carlsen’s former second backs Gukesh’s world title amid growing criticism: ‘Legitimate world champion’

I do not share the idea that Gukesh is somehow not a proper World Champion,’ Magnus Carlsen’s former second slams Indian ...
The Pioneer

World championship can happen in Chennai: Anand

FIDE vice president Viswanathan Anand says a world championship clash between R Praggnanandhaa and D Gukesh could be emotionally charged and may even be hosted in Chennai if Pragg wins the Candidates ...

Gukesh faces Sindarov in Tata Steel Masters opener as Indians eye strong start

World Champion D Gukesh begins his Tata Steel Masters 2026 campaign against Javokhir Sindarov. Arjun Erigaisi faces ...
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Gukesh to take on Sindarov in Tata Steel opener as tough test for Indians awaits

World Champion D Gukesh will aim for consistency after a largely forgettable 2025 season when he makes a fresh start at the Tata Steel Masters chess tournament, taking on World Cup winner Javokhir ...

If R Praggnanandhaa Qualifies For World Championship, It Might Even Happen In Chennai: Viswanathan Anand

International Chess Federation (FIDE) vice president and Indian great Viswanathan Anand believes that this year's world ...

D Gukesh To Scale Back Playing Schedule Before World Championship Clash: 'We Are Planning To...'

Gukesh’s coach plans fewer events as he prepares to defend his world chess title, with Chennai as a possible championship ...
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Carlsen to compete in Norway Chess event, set to move to Oslo

Chess legend Magnus Carlsen has confirmed his participation in Norway Chess 2026, ending speculation over his involvement as the elite classical tournament shifts from Stavanger to Oslo. The world No.
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Norway’s chess champ Carlsen ponders his future

Carlsen nonetheless resorted to some bad behaviour in Qatar, even expressing some surprise at what he could get away with at ...