Vidit and Tan Dominate Round 9, with Tan Regaining the Solo Lead! 🏆
In a riveting turn of events, Vidit clinched his second victory against Nakamura, solidifying his position at the top of the Open. Meanwhile, Tan’s triumph over Vaishali propelled her to the coveted sole lead in the Women’s division. But wait, draws stole the spotlight today! Sometimes overshadowed by decisive wins, draws can be just as thrilling. Take […]
Action Packed Round 6: Praggnanandhaa Wins, Women’s Candidates Go Wild! 🌟🏆
The top-seeded opting for solidity doesn’t come as a shocker. And the rest of the games? Well, they unfolded pretty much as expected. Praggnanandhaa went all in, converting against Abasov, while Nakamura, playing with the Black pieces, strategically aimed to neutralize Gukesh. Meanwhile, Vidit and Firouzja opted for complexity, hoping to turn the tables in […]
Alireza the Frenchman, excites with the London, Nepomniachtchi and Tan maintains their top spot! 🔥🏆
Gukesh falls to Firouzja in a tense showdown, relinquishing the top spot to Nepomniachtchi, who now reigns supreme! Meanwhile, Tan masterfully thwarts Goryachkina’s advances, holding on tight to her well-deserved lead. At the halfway mark, the tournament is ablaze with action! In the Open section, Nepomniachtchi has seized the spotlight after a solid draw against Nakamura, […]
FIDE Candidate 2024 R5: Chessboard Heats Up 🔥: Gukesh Joins Nepomniachtchi at the Top 🥇, Women Hold Steady! 💪
Buckle up, chess fans! This year’s Candidates is a thriller with potentially FOUR decisive games emerging after today’s games. Nakamura and Gukesh took clear victories , but both Vidit and Praggnanandhaa narrowly missed joining them. Speaking of Praggnanandhaa, him and his sister Vaishali seem to have a secret weapon: deep ideas against the Petrov Defense. Both […]
🌟 Toronto Roars as FIDE Candidates Battle Heats Up: Draws Dominate, But One Decisive Upset! 🌟
The prestigious FIDE Candidates Tournament 2024 kicked off in Toronto, Canada, with a strategic opening day. While seven out of the eight games in the Open section resulted in draws, the air crackled with tension as the world’s elite chess players locked horns. The lone decisive result came from the all-Chinese clash between Li Tingjie […]
Candidates 2024: Young Guns Blaze, Giants Fall on Day 2! 🎉
Day 2 of the FIDE Candidates Tournament in Toronto was a day to remember! Shocks, upsets, and brilliant displays of chess mastery unfolded across the boards, leaving fans stunned and the tournament wide open. The Battle of the Young Guns: The most anticipated clash of the day was the all-Indian battle between 17-year-old Gukesh and […]
The 2024 Candidates: Youthful Sparks and Veteran Grit in Rounds 3 & 4 🏆🔥
The 2024 Candidates: Youthful Sparks and Veteran Grit in Rounds 3 & 4 The 2024 FIDE Candidates Tournament is simmering with tension, as the world’s elite grandmasters battle for the right to challenge World Champion Ding Liren. Rounds 3 and 4 witnessed a captivating blend of youthful dynamism and veteran experience, with some surprising results […]
Magnus Carlsen Retains His Crown for the third time in a Dramatic Grenke Chess Classic!
Chess fans were treated to a nail-biting finish at the 2024 Grenke Chess Classic, as the former World Champion, Magnus Carlsen, secured his third title in the prestigious tournament. But the road to victory wasn’t paved with easy wins. Let’s rewind and relive the drama that unfolded throughout the competition. Early Battles Set the […]
Winners of March Monthly Chesskid Tournament 2024
We are delighted to announce the outstanding achievers of the Mind Mentorz Open Online Chess Tournament held on March 16, 2024. This event showcased the strategic prowess and tactical brilliance of numerous participants, culminating in a riveting display of chess mastery. 🥇 1st Place: Anay Banka Username: PaleSmilingFeline In a fiercely contested competition, Anay Banka […]
Winners of February Monthly Chesskid Tournament 2024
The tournament, held at an undisclosed venue, gathered chess enthusiasts eager to display their mastery over the 64 squares. Amidst an atmosphere of intense concentration and camaraderie, players engaged in thrilling matches, each move carefully calculated to outmaneuver opponents and claim victory. After several rounds of intense gameplay, the tournament concluded with remarkable performances from […]