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You Won't Believe These Chess.com Records By Our Community Members

PedroPinhata
| May 10, 2024, 6:17 AM

Chess.com started 17 years ago, in May 2007—just two years after the first YouTube video was published and the first Reddit thread was created. A lot has changed since then, but one thing remains the same:...
7 Chess Hot Takes That Are Just True

PedroPinhata
| May 9, 2024, 8:54 AM

Chess can sometimes be controversial, but some things about our beloved game are just true. While I may not be the best or most experienced player out there, I dare you to disagree with any of my hot takes: Stalemate...
Why You Shouldn't Rely On Chess Engine Analysis (And Other Tips From An International Master)

Mick
| May 7, 2024, 3:21 PM

IM Novak Cabarkapa is an international master from Serbia with two GM norms under his belt. He has trained students of all ages and skill levels, and is available for regular lessons as well as training games....

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Carlsen, Keymer, Duda Win After Doubling Up Tournaments In Poland

NM AnthonyLevin
| May 10, 2024, 12:35 PM

GMs Magnus Carlsen and Vincent Keymer won their matches with a game to spare in Division I of the Champions Chess Tour Chess.com Classic 2024. GMs Jan-Krzysztof Duda and Denis Lazavik also won to continue in the...
Wei Yi Wins Rapid, Carlsen Still Unbeaten

Colin_McGourty
| May 10, 2024, 11:32 AM

GM Wei Yi posted a five-game winning streak as he scored 13 of a possible 18 points to top the table after the rapid section of the 2024 Superbet Rapid & Blitz Poland. World number one Magnus Carlsen is just...
Nepomniachtchi, Caruana On Ding Mystery, Gukesh, And World Championship Match

TarjeiJS
| May 10, 2024, 4:38 AM

GM Ian Nepomniachtchi said reigning world champion GM Ding Liren would be a "massive favorite" in the upcoming title match against GM Gukesh Dommaraju if he can recover his 2019 form, while GM Fabiano Caruana thinks...