Chess legends return! Garry Kasparov teases Viswanathan Anand ahead of mega clash: 'I should give Vishy a chance to ...'

Chess legends return! Garry Kasparov teases Viswanathan Anand ahead of mega clash: 'I should give Vishy a chance to ...'

 01:15 23/08/2025

Chess legends Viswanathan Anand and Garry Kasparov are set to reignite their historic rivalry in St. Louis this October, headlining the Clutch Chess series. Adding to the excitement, current world champion D Gukesh will face off against Magnus Carlsen. Kasparov, while acknowledging Gukesh's title win, suggests Carlsen remains the strongest player, sparking debate about the current world championship landscape.
Chess | 'It wasn't Gukesh's fault that Magnus Carlsen walked away': Susan Polgar after Garry Kasparov's jab at world champion

Chess | 'It wasn't Gukesh's fault that Magnus Carlsen walked away': Susan Polgar after Garry Kasparov's jab at world champion

 00:15 23/08/2025

Garry Kasparov ignited controversy by suggesting Gukesh's world title lacks the prestige of past champions, despite Gukesh winning fairly. He implied Magnus Carlsen's era redefined the title's significance, prompting strong defence from Susan Polgar, who highlighted Gukesh's Candidates Tournament victory and criticised double standards. Gukesh continues to face intense scrutiny as he competes in the Sinquefield Cup.
D Gukesh under fire again! Chess legend Garry Kasparov: 'You can hardly call him the strongest player in the world'

D Gukesh under fire again! Chess legend Garry Kasparov: 'You can hardly call him the strongest player in the world'

 23:15 22/08/2025

Garry Kasparov commented on Gukesh's recent world championship win during the Sinquefield Cup. Kasparov acknowledged Gukesh's victory but questioned his status as the strongest player. He contrasted Gukesh's title with those of past champions like Magnus Carlsen. Kasparov later apologised while standing by his opinion. He highlighted the excitement for future Candidates and world championship matches.
Historic! R Praggnanandhaa becomes new World No. 3 after beating D Gukesh at Sinquefield Cup chess tournament

Historic! R Praggnanandhaa becomes new World No. 3 after beating D Gukesh at Sinquefield Cup chess tournament

 14:15 20/08/2025

Indian chess player R Praggnanandhaa has achieved a milestone. He defeated D Gukesh at the Sinquefield Cup. Praggnanandhaa is now ranked World No. 3. He has a live rating of 2784.1 points. Only Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura are ahead of him. Praggnanandhaa shares the tournament lead with Levon Aronian. The Sinquefield Cup has a prize pool of USD 350,000.
Praggnanandhaa Overtakes Giri in Ratings, Sparking Playful Jibe from Dutch Grandmaster

Praggnanandhaa Overtakes Giri in Ratings, Sparking Playful Jibe from Dutch Grandmaster

 05:15 12/07/2025

Anish Giri's witty remark on Praggnanandhaa becoming the World No.1 junior highlights the rise of young chess talents. Praggnanandhaa's UzChess Cup Masters 2025 victory, propelling him to World No.4 and India's top player, showcases his dominance. His dramatic win, praised by Viswanathan Anand, underscores his impressive character and solidifies his position as a leading force in chess.
Aronian Appeals to Kramnik for Forgiveness Amid Defamation Suit; Cites Grandmaster's Impact and

Aronian Appeals to Kramnik for Forgiveness Amid Defamation Suit; Cites Grandmaster's Impact and "Demons"

 03:15 12/07/2025

In a public plea, Armenian chess grandmaster Levon Aronian has urged Vladimir Kramnik, a former World Champion, to reconcile amidst a defamation lawsuit. Aronian's letter, shared on social media, expresses deep respect for Kramnik, acknowledging his significant influence. This follows Kramnik's lawsuit against Chessdom, GM David Navara, and others, stemming from disputes over alleged online cheating.
Carlsen on Gukesh's World Champion Status: 'Impressing Me Remains to Be Seen'

Carlsen on Gukesh's World Champion Status: 'Impressing Me Remains to Be Seen'

 03:16 03/07/2025

Magnus Carlsen, after the first day of the SuperUnited Croatia Rapid & Blitz 2025, acknowledged Gukesh's improvement but stated he's yet to be truly impressed by the young Indian chess players. He praised Praggnanandhaa's recent classical tournament wins, highlighting his consistent performance.
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