Magnus Carlsen’s ‘Jeansgate’ Sparks FIDE To Ease Chess Attire Rules
Magnus Carlsen’s exit from the World Rapid & Blitz Championship after being fined for wearing jeans, famously termed “Jeansgate,” sparked widespread debate on whether traditional chess dress codes need to adapt to a more modern outlook.
Aug 30, 2025, 13:24 PM IST
Goa To Host Chess World Cup 2025 As Top Event Returns To India After 23 Years
Initially, New Delhi was being considered as the host venue, but concerns around logistics led to a rethink before FIDE finalised Goa as the destination.
Aug 26, 2025, 23:28 PM IST
Meet World Champion With Rs 4,30,00,00,000 Net Worth, Who Dominated The World At The Age Of 19, Once Compared With Gary Kasparov; He Is…
Magnus Carlsen, born in Norway in 1990, is one of the greatest chess players ever, becoming a grandmaster at 13 and world No. 1 at 19. Here's his journey from chess grandmaster to the first Esports winner.
Aug 02, 2025, 15:06 PM IST
India to Host 2025 FIDE Chess World Cup From October 30 To November 27; Host City Yet To Be Announced
India will host the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 from October 30 to November 27. Featuring 206 players in a knockout format, the event offers spots in the 2026 Candidates Tournament. Top stars like Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, and Carlsen will compete.
Jul 21, 2025, 15:33 PM IST
Gukesh Beats Magnus Carlsen Again, Takes Commanding Lead In SuperUnited Rapid And Blitz 2025
Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh stuns world no. 1 Magnus Carlsen for the second time, leading the SuperUnited Rapid and Blitz 2025 in Zagreb with a five-game winning streak.
Jul 04, 2025, 12:47 PM IST
'My Wife Is Way More Attracted To Me Now': World No.1 Magnus Carlsen Reacts To Reaching 2900 Rating
World No.1 has finally achieved a long-standing personal goal: surpassing the 2900 rating mark. While his five World Championship titles and nearly 15 years as world number one in classical chess are monumental, the elusive 2900 rating in that format remained just out of reach.
Jun 21, 2025, 18:11 PM IST
Magnus Carlsen Makes History Again – Here’s How He Won Norway Chess 2025
In a tournament filled with nail-biting moments, unexpected blunders, and masterful performances, Norwegian Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen once again asserted his dominance on home soil by winning the Norway Chess 2025 title.
Jun 07, 2025, 09:33 AM IST
Norway Chess 2025: Magnus Carlsen Slams Table After Shock Loss To D Gukesh - Watch Video
In a stunning upset, 19-year-old Indian prodigy D Gukesh defeated chess legend Magnus Carlsen, prompting a rare display of frustration from the world number one.
Jun 02, 2025, 16:43 PM IST
Magnus Carlsen Disqualified From World Rapid And Blitz Championship; Here's Why
Defending champion Magnus Carlsen was fined USD 200 for wearing jeans, which are "explicitly prohibited" under tournament regulations and when he refused the request to change his attire.
Dec 28, 2024, 11:15 AM IST
When Will D. Gukesh, Youngest Chess Champion, Play His Next Tournament?
Notably, Gukesh has opted out of the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championship in New York, where India will instead be represented by stars like Arjun Erigaisi and R. Praggnanandhaa.
Dec 20, 2024, 09:50 AM IST
List Of Youngest World Chess Champions
Magnus Carlsen was 22 years, 357 days old when he claimed the title of world chess champion.
Dec 13, 2024, 15:59 PM IST
R Praggnanandhaa Topples Chess Titan Magnus Carlsen In Norway
In a stunning achievement at the prestigious Norway Chess Tournament, Indian prodigy R Praggnanandhaa etched his name in the annals of chess history by defeating the reigning world champion, Magnus Carlsen.
May 30, 2024, 11:33 AM IST
What Is There For Sports In Budget 2024?
Despite the lack of specific figures, Finance Minister Sitharaman did acknowledge the stellar achievements of Indian athletes in her concise budget speech.
Feb 01, 2024, 17:58 PM IST
2 Indians In World's Top 10 Chess Players Rankings
Chess' global body FIDE has just released the men's players rankings and two Indians feature in the top 10 list.
Sep 01, 2023, 13:44 PM IST
WATCH: Chess World Cup Silver Medallist Praggnanandhaa Returns To Rousing Welcome In Chennai
Praggnanandhaa lost the Chess World Cup final to World No 1 Magnus Carlsen in the match that went on for three days in Baku.
Aug 30, 2023, 14:21 PM IST
FIDE World Cup: PM Modi 'Proud' Of Chess Prodigy R Praggnanandhaa, Says 'This Is No Small Feat' After His Tough Fight With Magnus Carlsen
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa showcased exceptional skills to give a tough fight to the formidable Magnus Carlsen in the FIDE World Cup finals.
Aug 24, 2023, 20:36 PM IST
R Praggnanandhaa Loses In Chess World Cup To Magnus Carlsen But Wins Hearts; Here's His Road To Final
Praggnanandhaa is India's future in the sport of chess. He shows great nerves and skills to reach the final and even challenge the World No 1 Magnus Carlsen, who is a huge fan of the Chennai-born player.
Aug 24, 2023, 17:54 PM IST
R Praggnanandhaa Vs Magnus Carlsen Chess World Cup Final Tiebreak Livestreaming: When And Where To Watch Chess World Cup Final Tiebreak LIVE In India
The FIDE Chess World Cup Final between India's R Praggnanandhaa and Magnus Carlsen will be decided via tiebreak in Baku on Thursday.
Aug 24, 2023, 07:06 AM IST
Chess World Cup 2023: R Praggnanandhaa Vs Magnus Carlsen Game 2 Of Final Ends In Draw, Tiebreaker To Decide Winner
Carlsen drew the first game of classical chess after 35 moves with the Indian prodigy. In case the second game ended in a tie, the players would have moved to two games of Rapid Chess to decide the winner of this year's Chess World Cup final being played at Baku, Azerbaijan.
Aug 23, 2023, 20:51 PM IST
R Praggnanandhaa V Magnus Carlsen Game 2 LIVE Streaming: When And Where To Watch FIDE Chess World Cup Final?
R Praggnanandhaa vs World No 1 Magnus Carlsen in the final of the Chess World Cup 2023 is going to attrack a lot of attention. Get to know the broadcast and livestreaming details of the match.
Aug 23, 2023, 14:26 PM IST