3+ hour, 21+ min ago  (261+ words) FIDE, the governing body of world chess, has banned Russian grandmaster and former world champion Vladimir Kramnik for two years "for multiple violations of the Ethics Code and Disciplinary Code. The final 12 months of the ban have been suspended, but…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago  (570+ words) After winning Norway Chess 2026 against a quality field in Oslo, R Praggnanandhaa took some time out to chat to Boria Majumdar, Rev Sportz's editor-in-chief, about his incredible comeback and plans for the future. The latest episode of Backstage with Boria…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (203+ words) If D Gukesh performs at his peak, he will have the edge over Javokhir Sindarov in the World Championship later this year, opined grandmaster Pravin Thipsay. He also said a neutral venue might help the Indian instead of playing at…...

4+ week, 13+ hour ago  (338+ words) Grandmaster Bibisara Assaubayeva has won Norway Chess Women 2026 with one round still left to play. A draw against Anna Muzychuk in the classical game was enough for the Kazakh star to secure the title after building a commanding lead throughout…...

1+ mon, 6+ hour ago  (275+ words) And that is what makes this especially dangerous. For decades, sporting reputations were built slowly and damaged slowly. Today, AI allows reputations to be destroyed in minutes. A 15-year-old athlete like Vaibhav is particularly vulnerable. Most fans will never see…...

1+ mon, 12+ hour ago  (318+ words) Round 8 of Norway Chess 2026 was a day of mixed fortunes for the Indian contingent. Here are some of the key highlights. Praggnanandhaa Stuns Carlsen with the Black Pieces Firouzja Defeats Gukesh in Endgame Grind Alireza Firouzja defeated D Gukesh after…...

1+ mon, 1+ day ago  (367+ words) India had a mixed but eventful day at Norway Chess 2026 round 7, with strong performances from its top players in both the Open and Women's sections. Pragg produced one of his most confident games of the event against Alireza Firouzja. From…...

1+ mon, 2+ day ago  (545+ words) India's leading chess players faced a tough round 6 at Norway Chess 2026, with several stars suffering defeats against elite opposition. While the tournament has produced many memorable moments for Indian chess, the latest round brought disappointment for Praggnanandhaa, Gukesh, Divya Deshmukh…...

1+ mon, 3+ day ago  (265+ words) Gukesh secured a crucial classical victory over Pragg after a sharp middlegame battle. The world champion gradually built pressure on the kingside and launched a decisive attack in the time scramble. Pragg's position collapsed after Gukesh's active rook and queen…...

1+ mon, 5+ day ago  (294+ words) Another day at Norway Chess 2026 saw tense classical battles, time-pressure drama and decisive Armageddon finishes as some of the world's biggest chess stars continued their fight for the title. Indian players remained in focus throughout the round, with both impressive…...