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25/08/2025

Beat the Sicilian Defense! Don't fall to this trap. Episode 6

24/08/2025

Don't fall to this trap! A beautiful checkmate. Episode 5

24/08/2025

CHESS HISTORY MADE! 🏆🇵🇭♟️

WGM Janelle Mae Frayna has once again proven why she is the pride of Philippine chess! ✨ She etched her name in the record books as the first Filipina to claim an international women’s chess title, after conquering the 31st Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival – Ladies Blitz.

With unmatched grit and brilliance, Frayna finished unbeaten with 8 points (7 wins, 2 draws) against a powerful field of 120 players from 24 countries. 🌍 Her triumph shines as a beacon of hope and inspiration for aspiring young Filipinas who dream of leaving their own mark on the 64 squares.

Truly, a historic day for Philippine chess and women in sports! 🇵🇭✨

📸 National Chess Federation of the Philippines – NCFP

24/08/2025

♟️ CHESS NEWS: Round 5 Ends in Peace at the Sinquefield Cup 2025 🤝🏆

For the first time this year, the boards of the Sinquefield Cup 2025 saw no decisive blows as Round 5 concluded with all games ending in draws.

Despite the lack of bloodshed on the scoresheets, the round was far from dull — tense middlegames, sharp tactical ideas, and deep endgames kept fans on the edge of their seats. Still, every duel eventually fizzled into half-points shared across the field.

The standings remain tightly packed, with GM Fabiano Caruana still holding the lead, but the chasing pack is closing in as the tournament heads into its critical second half. With so much still at stake in the , fireworks are sure to return in the coming rounds. 🔥

24/08/2025

24/08/2025

Don't fall to this trap! Unpin the pin to get a free bishop. Episode 4.

24/08/2025

Don't fall to this trap. Beautiful checkmate! Do you agree?

24/08/2025

♟️ CHESS NEWS: Kasparov vs Anand Set for “Clutch Chess: The Legends” Showdown! 🔥👑

Two titans of the game are ready to battle once more! The Saint Louis Chess Club has announced Clutch Chess: The Legends, a Chess960 spectacle featuring legendary former World Champions GM Garry Kasparov and GM Viswanathan Anand.

📅 Schedule: The clash begins on October 7 and runs until October 11, promising five days of electrifying chess action.
♟️ Format: A 12-game Chess960 match blending rapid and blitz time controls. While the official rules are yet to be revealed, fans can expect the unexpected in this Fischer Random showdown.
💰 Prize Fund: A massive $144,000 is on the line, with prize distribution details to be announced soon.
📍 Location: The duel will unfold in the upgraded facilities of the Saint Louis Chess Club in Missouri, USA — the global hub of elite chess.

This isn’t just a match; it’s a meeting of eras. Kasparov, the fierce innovator who dominated world chess for decades, faces Anand, the “Tiger of Madras,” renowned for his speed, versatility, and modern precision.

The chess world is bracing for a nostalgic yet high-voltage showdown as two living legends square off in a format designed for creativity and chaos. 🚀♟️

23/08/2025

♟️ CHESS NEWS: Ju Wenjun Defends Her Crown in the 2025 Women’s Speed Chess Championship! 👑⚡

The grand all-Chinese final lived up to its billing — and once again, it was GM Ju Wenjun, the reigning Women’s World Champion, who stood tall. She defeated world number-one GM Hou Yifan with a combined score of 11.5–9.5, clinching the Women’s Speed Chess Championship title for the second year in a row.

The match began with Ju setting the tone in the 5+1 segment, outplaying Hou in critical tactical moments and handling the clock more effectively, building a 4.5–2.5 lead. Hou fought back valiantly in the 3+1 section, showing her trademark resilience and leveling that portion 3.5–3.5 to narrow the gap.

All eyes then turned to the bullet segment — where Hou struck first, winning the opener and coming within a single point of her rival. But the momentum slipped away as she blundered on the clock in a drawn position in the very next game. Ju seized control, holding firm through the storm and keeping the segment balanced at 3.5–3.5 — enough to secure her crown.

What was billed as a clash of titans ultimately showcased Ju Wenjun’s composure under pressure, her consistency, and her ability to rise above even the fiercest of comebacks. With this victory, she not only reasserts her dominance but also writes another golden chapter in her illustrious career. 🌟♟️

22/08/2025

♟️ CHESS NEWS: Caruana Holds the Lead After a Peaceful Day in St. Louis 🌟📝

Round 5 of the 2025 Sinquefield Cup brought balance to the battlefield as, for the first time this year, all games ended peacefully in draws. Yet the standings remain anything but calm.

At the top, GM Fabiano Caruana continues to hold sole lead of the tournament, keeping his momentum steady in the race for the crown. With every half-point gained, the tension rises — as the chasing pack looks for their chance to strike back in the critical rounds ahead.

It may have been a quiet day on the scoreboard, but beneath the surface, strategies are brewing and the fight for the title is far from over. ⚔️♟️

22/08/2025

Don't fall to this trap!

22/08/2025

♟️ CHESS NEWS: Ju Wenjun vs. Hou Yifan – The Battle of Titans Awaits! 👑🔥

The stage is set for a historic showdown! Five-time Women’s World Champion GM Ju Wenjun has booked her place in the 2025 Women’s Speed Chess Championship Final, where she will face none other than the world number-one GM Hou Yifan.

It’s a clash that chess fans have been eagerly waiting for — two of the greatest champions of women’s chess colliding in a fight for speed chess supremacy. Ju enters the final in dominant form after her commanding semifinal victory, while Hou arrives with the aura of consistency and brilliance that has kept her at the top for years.

This isn’t just another match — it’s the continuation of a legacy battle between two titans whose names define modern women’s chess. With pride, prestige, and the WSCC crown at stake, the world watches with anticipation. 🌟♟️