In Chennai’s Grand Master series on July 21, 2026, Pranesh defeated Gukesh in the intense penultimate round in a tight game. The result delighted fans.
Arjun Erigaisi claimed the first spot on the leaderboard with a clean win over Gukesh D in a dominant display. His performance earned applause.
Magnus Carlsen will soon join FIDE’s Total Chess World Championship Tour adding star power. The tour highlights top players from around the world.
Belarus dropped all restrictions on its chess players on July 21, 2026 opening doors for talent. The chess community welcomed the move.
Susan Polgar turned down Hungary’s offer to run for president favoring chess over politics. Polgar’s decision was widely reported.