Chess Candidates Tournament: Young Uzbek Dominates as Matthias Blübaum Keeps Pace

Chess Candidates Tournament: Young Uzbek Dominates as Matthias Blübaum Keeps Pace

A New Era in Cyprus: Matthias Blübaum and the Quest for the Chess Crown In the hushed, high-tension atmosphere of the Candidates Tournament 2026 in Cyprus, the chess world is witnessing more than just a battle for a world title shot. It is witnessing a resurrection. For the first time in 35 years, a German … Read more

Candidates Tournament 2024: Preview, Analysis & Key Players | Stefan Kindermann

Candidates Tournament 2024: Preview, Analysis & Key Players | Stefan Kindermann

The 2026 Candidates Tournament, a crucial event in the world of chess, is set to determine the challenger to reigning World Champion Ding Liren. The tournament, featuring eight of the world’s top players, promises intense competition and strategic battles. But who enters the competition with the best odds, and how does a rising German talent, … Read more