Years after its 2020 debut, The Queen's Gambit remains a global phenomenon, ranking among Netflix's top 10 most-watched shows ever with 112.8 million views. Discover why this chess drama is hailed a 'true masterpiece'.
Years after its release, Netflix's 'The Queen's Gambit' remains a global phenomenon with 112.8 million views. Discover why this chess drama is hailed a masterpiece.
Magnus Carlsen overcomes mishaps to win both the World Rapid and Blitz Championships in Doha, securing his 19th and 20th world titles. Discover how the Norwegian chess king conquered elite fields.
Magnus Carlsen overcomes blunders and time forfeits to secure a historic double victory at the World Rapid and Blitz Championships in Doha, claiming his 19th and 20th world titles. Discover how the Norwegian legend triumphed.
Magnus Carlsen dominates chess again, securing his ninth world blitz championship and a fifth rapid-blitz double in Doha. Read the full story of his latest triumph.
Magnus Carlsen dominates chess, securing his ninth world blitz championship and fifth rapid-blitz double. Read the full story of his victory in Doha.
China's Hou Yifan, the women's world number one, delivered a stunning performance with four consecutive wins to secure her team's place in the Global Chess League final in Mumbai. Discover the key moves and tournament highlights.
A journalist's lonely Christmas leads to a rediscovery of table tennis, a sport seeing a 22% surge among UK women. A story of reconnection and 'aerobic chess'.
An investigation into the final, harrowing hours of chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, whose life was haunted by unproven cheating allegations from a former world champion. Read the full story.
Chinese player Pang Renlong receives a 12-year suspension and a $110,000 fine for fixing matches. The ITIA confirms five corrupted matches and multiple approaches to other players.
Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha, aged three years and seven months, makes chess history as the youngest player to secure an official FIDE rating. Discover his incredible journey and India's chess dominance.
Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha, aged three, has made chess history as the youngest player to receive an official FIDE rating. Discover how he broke the record and his grandmaster ambitions.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over claims she was the 1993 British girls' under-14 chess champion. The real winner, composer Emily Howard, remains silent as experts dispute the credentials.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over her claim to be a former British junior chess champion, as a finance professor disputes the title. The row emerges amid tensions with the OBR over Budget forecasts.
Tennis legend Andy Murray made a surprise appearance at the London Chess Classic, revealing his son beats him at chess. Discover how the event unfolded.
Uzbek prodigy Javokhir Sindarov makes chess history as youngest World Cup winner at 19. Discover how he triumphed as London Chess Classic begins.
The 2025 Broadway revival of 'Chess' struggles with a messy narrative, wasting the potential of its iconic Abba score. Read our full review of the Imperial Theatre production.
ABBA icons Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus reunited at the Broadway revival of their musical Chess. Discover the story behind this Cold War-era show's triumphant return.
The FIDE Chess World Cup delivered stunning upsets as Russian star Andrey Esipenko and top Americans crashed out, while England's Michael Adams secured a remarkable comeback victory in a 10-game marathon.
The FIDE World Cup erupts in chaos as Russian star Andrey Esipenko and American top seeds are eliminated, while England's Michael Adams triumphs in a breathtaking 10-game marathon.
European football clash faces unprecedented security measures after Muslim extremists target Israeli team with violent threats, prompting massive police operation in Birmingham.
Discover how a new wave of youth chess clubs in London and Birmingham is creating vibrant communities, boosting mental skills, and attracting diverse young players away from screens.
World number one Magnus Carlsen triumphs in spectacular fashion at the Champions Showdown in St. Louis, cementing his legendary status with a dominant performance against elite competitors.
Distressing emergency call reveals frantic moments as friends discovered chess champion Daniel Naroditsky unconscious. The dramatic audio captures their desperate attempts to save the grandmaster's life.
In an explosive interview, chess streamer Daniel Naroditsky reveals his torment after being falsely accused of cheating, a scandal that took a devastating turn with his accuser's sudden death at 29. The full story of online bullying, mental health struggl
Former world champion Vladimir Kramnik calls for FIDE ethics investigation into what he describes as systematic bullying of streamer Daniel Naroditsky, raising concerns about chess's online culture.
Relive the electric atmosphere at Wembley as England and Brazil played out a captivating 2-2 draw in their international friendly. Palmer's penalty and Gordon's debut goal weren't enough as Brazil fought back twice in a classic encounter.
Everything you need to know about Saturday's Premier League clash between Brentford and Liverpool at Gtech Community Stadium - kick-off time, TV channel, team news and match predictions.
American chess star Daniel Naroditsky becomes latest victim of disturbing online death rumours after public disagreement with former world champion Vladimir Kramnik, prompting widespread concern in chess community.
Former World Chess Champion Vladimir Kramnik faces potential ban after bitter online dispute with American streamer Daniel Naroditsky escalates into formal petition, rocking the chess community.