In Chennai’s Grand Master series on July 21, 2026, Pranesh defeated Gukesh in the hard-fought penultimate round after a tense battle. The result energized fans.
Arjun Erigaisi secured the leading spot on the leaderboard with a clean win over Gukesh D that left opponents stunned. His performance attracted media buzz.
Magnus Carlsen has confirmed join FIDE’s Total Chess World Championship Tour adding star power. The tour includes top players from around the world.
Belarus dropped all restrictions on its chess players on July 21, 2026 signaling a policy shift. The chess community welcomed the move.
Susan Polgar rejected Hungary’s offer to run for president favoring chess over politics. Polgar’s decision sparked discussion.