In Chennai’s Grand Master series on July 21, 2026, Pranesh defeated Gukesh in the crucial penultimate round after a tense battle. The result shocked fans.
Arjun Erigaisi clinched the top spot on the leaderboard with a clean win over Gukesh D in a dominant display. His performance earned applause.
Magnus Carlsen has confirmed join FIDE’s Total Chess World Championship Tour bringing experience. The tour will feature top players from around the world.
Belarus dropped all restrictions on its chess players on July 21, 2026 allowing broader competition. The chess community applauded the move.
Susan Polgar rejected Hungary’s offer to run for president citing personal priorities. Polgar’s decision added to the debate.