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A quartet of norms were earned over Martin Luther King Jr. Day in New York. Earning a GM norm, in particular, is never easy, but FM Brewington… Read More »
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This week, we continue our series on the 2023 World Rapid and Blitz and Women's World Rapid and Blitz championships, with a particular focus on… Read More »
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Editor's note: This story first appeared in the January 2024 issue of Chess Life Magazine. Consider becoming a US Chess member for more content like… Read More »
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A number of high-profile tournaments took place around Christmastime both domestically and internationally. Between the holidays and coverage of FIDE… Read More »
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This month's Wednesday Workout will highlight a number of games played at the 2023 FIDE World Rapid and Blitz and Women's Rapid and Blitz… Read More »
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The 2023 FIDE World Blitz and Women's World Blitz championships concluded Saturday, December 30 after two days and 21 rounds (17 for the women's… Read More »
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Five days of fast chess once again close out the calendar year. The 2023 World Rapid and Blitz Championships and World Women's Rapid and Blitz… Read More »
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The US Chess Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2022-… Read More »
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December 20, 2023
Arkady Dvorkovich
1007 Lausanne,… Read More »
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The United States Chess Federation is pleased to announce the 2024 All-America Chess Team. Team members will receive team jackets and plaques by mail… Read More »