CircleChess Sets New Benchmark with ₹5 Lakh Prize Pool in Successfully Organized FIDE-Rated Global Star Offline Cup
CircleChess successfully hosted its second FIDE-Rated tournament in Bangalore at the same venue, bringing together passionate players for some exciting chess battles. In the rapid section, Siddhanth Poonja took first place, while Lokesh impressed everyone by winning the blitz category. The total prize pool was ₹5 Lakh, with top prizes awarded to the best three […]
Upcoming World Chess Tournaments 2025: International Schedule, Top Events & How to Watch
Stay updated with the most anticipated international chess tournaments in 2025. Discover dates, locations, formats, top players, and tips for following the Upcoming World Chess action live from India and worldwide. Introduction Searching for the top chess tournaments in 2025? Whether you’re a fan, player, or journalist, this guide covers major FIDE events, open […]
India’s Golden Girl: Divya Deshmukh Lifts World Cup & Becomes Grandmaster at 19
19-year-old Divya Deshmukh has become the first Indian woman ever to win the FIDE Women’s World Cup. In a dramatic final, she defeated India’s first female Grandmaster, Koneru Humpy, in the tiebreaks. With this win, Divya is also awarded the Grandmaster title – making it a double celebration. The World Cup, which brings together the […]
FIDE WORLD CUP 2025 TO BE HOSTED IN INDIA
With a super wave of young prodigies, historic team triumphs, and a passionate fan base, India is set to host the FIDE World Cup 2025 this year from 30th October to 27th November. More than just a venue, India today is the heartbeat of world chess, and fans are already super excited now! The exact […]
My Experience at the FIDE Women’s Grand Prix Pune 2025
The FIDE Women’s Grand Prix Pune 2025 is a series of elite tournaments organised by FIDE for Women’s players. As a part of the 2024-2025 cycle, 20 players compete in six Women’s Grand Prix tournaments, with each player participating in three out of the six events. Each WGP tournament features ten players and is played […]
How Taking Chess Classes Can Help You in Getting Success?
Want to stop blundering pawns and start playing like a pro? Chess classes are your developing move to success. Here’s how: 1. Mastering the Openings (No, Not Just Memorizing Moves) Good openings set the tone – learn key principles, pawn structures, and how to punish opponents who wing it. (Spoiler: Most do.) 2. Thinking Like a Grandmaster […]
How to Gain or Increase ELO Rating in Chess?
Your Elo rating is your chess report card. Developed by Arpad Elo – a physics professor and strong chess player – the ELO Rating system helps compare players’ strengths. The all-time record belongs to Magnus Carlsen, who hit an incredible 2882 Elo in 2014 – the highest any human has ever achieved. Even today, he remains the […]
How to Find the Best Chess Coach for You?
When choosing a chess coach, the right qualities are essential. Professionalism and Sincerity Over Financial Motivation A great chess coach prioritizes your progress and development over financial gain. Their professionalism is evident in well-planned lessons, clear communication, and focused guidance. Accomplished Background and Proven Results Seek coaches with strong credentials, such as high FIDE ratings […]
7 Tips to Step Up Your Chess Game And Improve Skills
Learn from Your Mistakes After each game, analyze your moves. Use tools like a chess engine or go through the game with a more experienced player. For example, if you lost material early in the game, review how it happened and how to avoid it next time. Look for recurring patterns in your mistakes and […]
Swiss Manager: An Excellent Tool, But It’s Time for a Change
Complexity and Learning Curve Swiss Manager, while robust in its capabilities, can be complex and challenging to learn, especially for new organizers and arbiters. The array of features and settings can be overwhelming, making it a barrier to entry for those looking to venture into chess tournament organization. As the chess community continues to grow, […]
