Posts categorized "Super grandmaster chess"
American GM Wesley So won his second straight Sinquefield Cup, his third total, after a playoff against Indian GM Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu that went…
For the first time, the Saint Louis Chess Club (SLCC)’s two premier international events are taking place side-by-side. The Grand Chess Tour (GCT)’s…
In a typical summer, I would play in the National Open, in Las Vegas, the World Open, in Philadelphia, and other annual tournaments. This year I’m...
Like many U.S. teams competing internationally we are not supported by our government but through private donations, fundraising, and sponsorships...
In the final round of the 2026 FIDE Candidates, the Open and Women’s each delivered two decisive games and two draws, but all of the drama was in the…
GM Javokhir Sindarov completed his historic run at the 2026 FIDE Candidates, winning the event with a round to spare. The 20-year-old will challenge…
With the end of the 2026 FIDE Candidates and Women’s Candidates tournaments approaching, players who are no longer in contention for first place seem…
All games in the Open were drawn today. I’m sure this was agreeable to GM Javokhir Sindarov, as it puts him that much closer to clinching his prize...
In Round 9, GM Javokhir Sindarov spoiled his chances to beat GM Matthias Bluebaum with one careless move. Would this throw off his chi and cause him…
With only five rounds to go, GM Javokhir Sindarov maintains his point-and-a-half lead in the 2026 FIDE Candidates tournament. He did, however, have...