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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
This year, the 18th World Champion will compete at the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships in Doha, Qatar.
♟ FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025
December 12, 2025 at 9:32 AM
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
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,
The 18th World Champion Gukesh D will participate in the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships
♟ The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2025
🌍 Doha,
December 12, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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,
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
Will we witness another Bishop-and-Knight finish this year?
♟ The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz
December 11, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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
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
Will we witness another Bishop-and-Knight finish this year?
♟ The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz
December 11, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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
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 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
December 11, 2025 at 12:15 PM
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 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
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
December 11, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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
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?
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?
December 11, 2025 at 9:06 AM
🎉 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?
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
@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
December 11, 2025 at 7:57 AM
🎉 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
@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…
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…
December 10, 2025 at 2:27 PM
🎄✨ 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…
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’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
December 10, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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’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
👉 Watch the full AMA here: youtu.be/lQpI-X3UsEs
December 10, 2025 at 9:05 AM
♟️💥 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
👉 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
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
December 9, 2025 at 8:07 PM
🇮🇹 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
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
🌍
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
🌍
December 9, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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
🌍
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
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
December 9, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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
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
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
December 9, 2025 at 4:08 PM
♟ 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
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?
👇 Your turn: Which celebrity — would YOU love to play against?
December 9, 2025 at 1:14 PM
🎉 Happy Birthday, Hikaru Nakamura! 🎂
👇 Your turn: Which celebrity — would YOU love to play against?
👇 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
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
December 9, 2025 at 12:05 PM
🗣️ 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
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
The format is part of the broader Total Chess World Championship Tour, that will crown an overall champion across
December 9, 2025 at 11:14 AM
♟ 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
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
@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
December 9, 2025 at 10:41 AM
🎉 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
@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
@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
December 9, 2025 at 10:37 AM
🎉 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
@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
@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
December 9, 2025 at 10:31 AM
🎉 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
@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.
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.
December 9, 2025 at 5:01 AM
🎉 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.
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,
The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships return this year in Doha,
December 8, 2025 at 2:18 PM
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,
The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships return this year in Doha,
December 8, 2025 at 11:52 AM
🇮🇳 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
👏 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
December 8, 2025 at 11:16 AM
🇮🇳 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
👏 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