An unmissable event: The Vigevano Tournament with streamers!

Are you ready for a tournament full of competition and entertainment?
The 1° Torneo Internazionale Città di Vigevano promises to be a one of a kind event, an unmissable opportunity for chess enthusiasts and the streaming community!

From May 31 to June 2, 2025, in the stunning setting of the Vigevano Castle, Italy, some of the most popular chess content creators will face off on the board, delivering thrilling battles and great entertainment. This won’t be just a tournament, it’s a chance to meet your favorite streamers in person, interact with them, and experience the excitement of competition up close with those who share their passion for chess online every day.

Who will participate?
The lineup of streamers taking part in the tournament is simply stellar!
Among the featured players, you'll find:

⭐ Witty_Alien
CM Volen Dyulgerov, known as Witty Alien, is a Bulgarian chess content creator, renowned for his charismatic style, creative opening strategies, and ability to entertain his audience. He gained popularity through the creation and promotion of innovative gambits like the Alien Gambit and the more recent Martian Gambit, both characterized by surprising and aggressive moves that have captured the attention of the online chess community.
With a constant presence online, Witty Alien has built a passionate community that enjoys his explosive approach to the game and his engaging interaction with viewers. His primary goal is to create a safe and fun space for chess enthusiasts, where entertainment and learning blend seamlessly.

⭐ Szefru
Fruzsina Szente-Varga is a Hungarian WFM (Women’s FIDE Master) with a degree in psychology. She started playing chess at the age of 8 and has since participated in numerous national and international tournaments. Fruzsina has reached the podium several times in the Hungarian Under-18 Women’s National Championships and has earned second and third place in the European Youth Championships. She currently holds both a WGM and WIM norm, with a peak Elo rating of 2266.
She was also named Coach of the Month in June 2023.

⭐ LileKoridze
WFM Lile Koridze is a Georgian chess player and content creator, who has been the Women’s Chess Champion of Georgia multiple times in various age categories. Koridze was part of the Georgian youth national team during the 2018 Chess Olympiad and the 2019 European Chess Team Championship, both held in Batumi, Georgia. She earned her first WIM norm while playing on the top board for the Georgian women’s team at the 2019 European Chess Team Championship.
Koridze also won the European School Chess Championship in 2018.

⭐ Houseline
If chess content had a ‘get-your-act-together’ coach, it’d be Matt. Creator of the Creator Cup and Chess.com's Creator of the Month for Jan, Matt’s content is all about putting in the work and embracing the grind. No shortcuts, no magic tricks — just honest stories about what it really takes to improve. When he’s not breaking down chess or sharing his journey, he’s probably skydiving — because calculated risks are part of the game.

⭐ Jesse_feb
Jesse February is a Woman International Master from South Africa, currently holding the titles of both African and South African Women’s Champion. In addition to her impressive achievements in chess, she streams, creates content, and enjoys sharing the occasional dad joke with her audience. Her blend of chess expertise and humor makes her a unique and engaging figure in the chess community.

⭐ ShivaITA
Luca Pontiroli is an Italian content creator and streamer who blends strategic skill and entertainment to captivate audiences on Twitch and YouTube. Beyond competing in major national and international tournaments, he hosts innovative online events that make chess more engaging and accessible. His unique ability to combine a dynamic approach with compelling content has established him as one of Italy’s leading chess creators!

⭐ hellokostya / ChessDojo
IM Kostya Kavutskiy is a chess coach and author, known for his contributions to the chess community as both a player and a content creator. He holds the FIDE Trainer title and is a co-founder of ChessDojo, a popular training platform he runs alongside GM Jesse Kraai and IM David Pruess. With a strong online presence, he regularly shares game analysis, strategies, and instructional content to help players improve their skills.
In addition to ChessDojo, Kostya has his own YouTube channel, IMKostyaKavutskiy, and streams on Twitch under the handle hellokostya. He has also written a book called Modernized: The Open Sicilian and offers several Chessable courses, including Endgame Studies 101.

⭐ Lularobs
Lularobs is a chess content creator and Twitch streamer who learned to play chess in December 2020! Since then she has built an online community, played in the chess Olympiad, and achieved the title of Woman Candidate Master.
He also took part in the BBC TV series Chess Masters: The Endgame.

⭐ AgneSemonaviciute
Agne Semonaviciute is a Lithuanian Twitch streamer, YouTube creator, chess player (whose 1934 FIDE rating is nothing to sneeze at!), and more. In just a year and a half of creating content, she has already built an audience in the thousands. Agne is not only an online presence but has also helped organize events and bring chess to more places in Lithuania.

⭐ Chachachess
CM Vahan Nalbandyan has been competing in chess for about 16 years and has 7 years of experience as a coach. Through his Twitch streams, he passionately shares his love for the game and engages with the community, making every broadcast an opportunity for learning and entertainment.

⭐ DianaMirza
WFM Diana Mirza has been playing chess since the age of five and has built an impressive career in the game. Her biggest achievement is winning the World U17 School Chess Championships, and she has proudly represented Ireland in five Chess Olympiads. In recent years, she has focused on streaming and online content creation.

⭐ Itsandre00
Andrea Pellegrini is an enthusiast of rapid chess games and a lover of variations such as Chess960 and Bughouse. With a maximum Elo rating of 1674, Andrea is always ready to challenge new opponents and share his passion for chess with the whole world.
He is never without his chess-themed memorabilia and loves meeting other chess enthusiasts from all over the world. Andrea regularly participates in overseas tournaments and chess events, proving that the game can be a fantastic way to bring people together.

🎤 AdrianaPalao
Adriana Palao will be the official broadcaster for the tournament!
Adriana is a Peruvian WCM, an internationally renowned streamer and content creator, as well as a tireless advocate for women's role in chess. Founder of her online academy adrianapalochess.com, she is also an educator, communications consultant, and holds a degree in Film Studies and Digital Media.
Her remarkable journey has led her to become Head of Content at Chess24 and to collaborate with prestigious events such as the Champions Chess Tour, PlayMagnus, and Chessable. She recently won the women's prize at the Sligo tournament, once again proving her talent both on and off the board.
Beyond chess, Adriana also directed the award-winning short film "Milonga of Thorns", which has received international acclaim.

What to expect from the event?
This tournament isn’t just about competition between streamers, it’s a unique opportunity for the community to experience chess in an immersive and engaging way. Here’s what’s in store:

🎥 Live-streamed matches with real-time analysis and expert commentary
♟️ Friendly challenges
📹 Exclusive behind-the-scenes content and unforgettable moments that only those attending in person will get to experience

Where to follow the event?
Can’t attend in person? No worries! The tournament will be streamed live on the Twitch and/or YouTube channels of the participating streamers, with updates on the social media.
🚀 Want to be part of the event? Register at the following link: Over 20 Tournament or Under 20 Tournament.