FIDE General Assembly mandates the return of all teams and fully restores the rights of youth players in line with IOC recommendations; FIDE Council to finalise protocols for adult teams following IOC consultation. Read more: fide.com/fide-general-a…

♟️❤️ Big news from the chess family! Congratulations to Hikaru Nakamura and Atousa Pourkashiyan on the birth of their child! 📷 Michal Walusza/FIDE

♟👏 GCL 2025 Day 1: Defending Champions Triveni start season three with a victory The third season of the Global Chess League began with a sold-out night at Mumbai’s Royal Opera House and three matches that set the tone for the event. The defending champions, Triveni

18-year-old Volodar Murzin made history by becoming the FIDE World Rapid Champion 2024 — starting the event as the 59th seed. ♟️🔥 Can he do it again? He’s back in Doha this year! ❗️The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships return this year in Doha, Qatar, from December 26 to

Global Chess League opens Season 3 at Mumbai’s Royal Opera House 🔥 The first franchise-based chess league in the world – @GCLlive – has entered its third season with a grand opening ceremony at the historic Royal Opera House in Mumbai. Is chess art, sport, or entertainment?

Let’s take a look at the format of the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025! ✨ RAPID Time control: 15 minutes + 10 seconds increment Open: 13 rounds Women: 11 rounds ⚡️ BLITZ – A two-stage format! 1️⃣ Swiss Tournament Open: 19 rounds Women: 15 rounds 2️⃣ Knockout Stage

Who else remembers this? 👀🔥 Last year at the FIDE World Blitz Championship, Magnus Carlsen arrived one minute late for the first round, calmly fixed the pieces… and still won the game! ❗️The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships return this year in Doha, Qatar, from

Which chess piece best represents YOUR personality? ♟️

📖♟️ The book that helped shape a World Champion?! For 🇨🇳 Hou Yifan it’s Bobby Fischer’s "60 Memorable Games" — pure chess legacy in one book. #WomenInChess Would you read it? 👀 👉 Watch the full AMA here: youtu.be/lQpI-X3UsEs

One year ago today, Gukesh D became the World Champion — a moment that electrified the chess world and made India proud. This year, the 18th World Champion will compete at the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships in Doha, Qatar. ♟ FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025

On this day a year ago, Gukesh D won the FIDE World Chess Championship and became the youngest World Champion in history. The 18th World Champion Gukesh D will participate in the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships ♟ The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025 🌍 Doha,

Alexandra Kosteniuk executed the rare Bishop-and-Knight checkmate against Humpy Koneru with only 12 seconds remaining on the clock at the 2023 FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships. Will we witness another Bishop-and-Knight finish this year? ♟ The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz

Alexandra Kosteniuk executed the rare Bishop-and-Knight checkmate against Humpy Koneru with only 12 seconds remaining on the clock at the 2023 FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships. Will we witness another Bishop-and-Knight finish this year? ♟ The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz

FIDE Official Statement on Fair Play FIDE is aware of recent online publications alleging that the Fair Play Commission is unwilling to cooperate with arbiters, as well as personal attacks directed at members of the Arbiters Commission and Fair Play Commission. These claims are

FIDE Director for Chess Development visits 🇪🇹 Ethiopia ♟️ In his ongoing efforts to promote chess across Africa, FIDE Director for Chess Development, Grandmaster Nigel Short, paid a three-day visit to Ethiopia. He held a series of strategic meetings with local sports

🎉 Happy Birthday to Viswanathan Anand! 🎂 A legend of the game, five-time World Champion, and one of the greatest chess minds of all time. Curious which checkmate he considers his best ever? Now it’s your turn: 👇 What’s the best checkmate YOU’VE ever delivered?

🎉 Happy 56th Birthday, Viswanathan Anand! 🎂🔥 @vishy64theking From becoming India’s first GM to lifting the World Championship crown five times, Anand paved the way for generations. With Gukesh now the Classical World Champion, his legacy shines brighter than ever — and as

🎄✨ FIDE Online Shop – Christmas Sale! ♟️🎉 Enjoy 26% off on a wide range of official FIDE merchandise this festive season! 🎁 ⏳ Hurry—offer valid for a limited time only! Shop now ➡️ shop.fide.com/collections/sa…

Magnus + a high-five = instant happiness. Who’s ready for more feel-good moments this year? 🙌✨ The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships return this year in Doha, Qatar, from December 26 to 30, bringing together the world’s elite chess talent for a thrilling end-of-year

♟️💥 Who is Hou Yifan’s favorite chess star to play against? The answer is in our video. 👉 Watch the full AMA here: youtu.be/lQpI-X3UsEs

🇮🇹 New Italian Champions Crowned! GM Luca Moroni and IM Olga Zimina have clinched the 2025 Italian chess titles — each securing the fourth national championship of their careers. Moroni pulled ahead with a dominant three-win streak to finish on 7.5/10, while Zimina sealed her

Meet the next generation of chess stars ⚡️👑 This December in Doha, young talents will take on the world’s elite at the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships — fearless, ambitious, and ready to shape the future of chess. ♟ The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025 🌍

Peter Leko just revealed his Top picks to follow at the upcoming FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championship! ⚡️ And great news — he’ll also be joining our official broadcast team as a commentator, bringing world-class insight to every critical moment. 🎙♟ Now it’s your turn — who

♟ FIDE announces World Cadet Championship Cycle 2026: Registration for World Cup U8-U12 is now open Starting in 2026, FIDE is introducing a revamped and elevated championship cycle for the Under 8, Under 10, and Under 12 age categories to make it more attractive, interesting

🎉 Happy Birthday, Hikaru Nakamura! 🎂 👇 Your turn: Which celebrity — would YOU love to play against?

🗣️ Meet the Voices: Jovanka Houska, Peter Leko & Maurice Ashley Jovanka, Peter, and Maurice will deliver sharp analysis, unmatched insight, and the signature energy that defines the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships in Doha. With their expertise and dynamic style, every

♟ FIDE and Norway Chess have agreed on the key qualification pathways for the Total Chess Tour 2026, the pilot tournament of the new world championship concept. The format is part of the broader Total Chess World Championship Tour, that will crown an overall champion across

🎉 Happy 20th birthday to Divya Deshmukh! 🎂✨ @DivyaDeshmukh05 The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Cup winner, a 2022 Olympiad gold medallist, the fourth Indian woman to become a Grandmaster, she’s also qualified for the 2026 Women's Candidates tournament — inspiring a new wave of

🎉 Happy 20th birthday to Divya Deshmukh! 🎂✨ @DivyaDeshmukh05 The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Cup winner, a 2022 Olympiad gold medallist, the fourth Indian woman to become a Grandmaster — inspiring a new wave of young chess talent across the globe. 📹 This video is from her

🎉 Happy 20th birthday to Divya Deshmukh! 🎂✨ @DivyaDeshmukh05 The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Cup winner, a 2022 Olympiad gold medallist, the fourth Indian woman to become a Grandmaster — inspiring a new wave of young chess talent across the globe. 📹 This video is from her

🎉 Happy Birthday, @GMHikaru! 🎂 Currently ranked #2 in the world, a grandmaster since 15, five-time US Champion, and one of the few to cross 2800 elo with a 2816 peak — Hikaru continues to shape modern chess both on the board and online, inspiring millions every day.

Throwback to one of the most memorable finishes in World Blitz history — when 🇳🇴 Magnus Carlsen suggested sharing first place with Ian Nepomniachtchi, and chess witnessed two 2024 FIDE World Blitz Champions 🏆 The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships return this year in Doha,

🔥 7/8 FIDE Candidates spots locked in. ❗️ One to go. ❓ Who takes it? #FIDECandidates

🇮🇳 Praggnanandhaa R has won the FIDE Circuit 2025, securing a spot in the 2026 Candidates Tournament! 👏 Congratulations to @rpraggnachess, who deservedly earned one of the eight slots in the 2026 Candidates. The young Indian has been the best FIDE Circuit player throughout the

🇮🇳 Praggnanandhaa R has won the FIDE Circuit 2025, securing a spot in the 2026 Candidates Tournament! 👏 Congratulations to Praggnanandhaa, who deservedly earned one of the eight slots in the 2026 Candidates. The young Indian has been the best FIDE Circuit player throughout the

Introducing: Kakuma Chess Club Project 🌟 Kakuma & Kalobeyei Refugee Camps, Kenya 🇰🇪 In 2025, the Kakuma Chess Club — supported by FIDE, Chess Kenya, UNHCR, and LWF — empowered over 2,300 children and youth through structured chess training, girls’ sessions, and competitive

Introducing: Kakuma Chess Club Project 🌟 Kakuma & Kalobeyei Refugee Camps, Kenya 🇰🇪 In 2025, the Kakuma Chess Club — supported by FIDE, Chess Kenya, UNHCR, and LWF — empowered over 2,300 children and youth through structured chess training, girls’ sessions, and competitive

Introducing: Kakuma Chess Club Project 🌟 Kakuma & Kalobeyei Refugee Camps, Kenya 🇰🇪 In 2025, the Kakuma Chess Club — supported by FIDE, Chess Kenya, UNHCR, and LWF — empowered over 2,300 children and youth through structured chess training, girls’ sessions, and competitive

Happy 20th birthday to Javokhir Sindarov! 🎂🎉 @GMJSindarov Already the youngest FIDE World Cup winner ever, he’s also qualified for the 2026 Candidates tournament, won an Olympiad gold medal (Chennai 2022), and has been a Grandmaster since the age of 12! 📷 Nandhini

Top 10 seeds in the Women’s section (Blitz) at the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 🔥 The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025 will take place in Doha, Qatar, from December 26 to 30, bringing together the world’s elite chess talent for a thrilling end-of-year

Top 10 seeds in the Open section (Blitz) at the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 🔥 The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025 will take place in Doha, Qatar, from December 26 to 30, bringing together the world’s elite chess talent for a thrilling end-of-year

🇦🇷 Diego Flores wins 100th Argentine Championship 🏆 Congratulations 👏 GM Diego Flores emerged as the winner of the 2025 Argentine Championship, claiming his eighth national title. The champion scored an impressive 8.5/11 and was the only player to complete the event

With profound sadness, the International Chess Federation (FIDE) and the Asian Chess Federation mourn the passing of Casto Abundo, Executive Director of the Asian Chess Federation. His departure follows an exceptional career dedicated to the service of chess at both the

Meet the top 10 seeds in the Women's section (Rapid) of the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships! 🔥 The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025 will take place in Doha, Qatar, from December 26 to 30, bringing together the world’s elite chess talent for a thrilling

At just 3 years, 7 months, and 20 days old, 🇮🇳 Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha is the youngest player on the December 2025 FIDE rating list, debuting with a rapid rating of 1572.

Meet the top 10 seeds in the Open section (Rapid) of the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships! 🔥 The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025 will take place in Doha, Qatar, from December 25 to 30, bringing together the world’s elite chess talent for a thrilling

😍 These chess stars stay effortlessly on-trend. Pantone’s Color of the Year 2026 – PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer – a soft, airy white that embodies calm, clarity, and the quiet confidence of those who make every move count. ♟️✨

Happy 46th birthday to 🇺🇿 Rustam Kasimdzhanov! 🎉🎂 FIDE World Champion (2004–05), trusted second in multiple World Championship matches for Anand and Caruana, and one of the most respected trainers and commentators in modern chess. Our best wishes on this remarkable date! 🎁

🔥 3 WEEKS TO GO! 🔥 ♟ The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025 🌍 Doha, Qatar 🇶🇦 🗓 December 26–30, 2025 📺 Watch on the FIDE YouTube and Twitch channels Buy tickets – find the link on the official website: worldrapidandblitz2025.fide.com #RapidBlitz #Qatar #Doha

🇮🇳👏 Praggnanandhaa R emerges victorious at the London Chess Classic 2025 Open! The Indian star takes another step toward winning the FIDE Circuit 2025, earning 8.17 points and strengthening his lead in the race for a spot in the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026. ♟️🔥 After nine