Alireza Firouzja returns for Norway Chess 2026

Feb 10, 2026

Firouzja made history as the youngest player ever to reach a 2800 rating, a milestone achieved by only a select few in chess history.

Global Chess League: PBG Alaskan Knights one win away from finals

Oct 09, 2024

It was a day of upsets at the Global Chess League as the favourites stumbled in two matches, with Magnus Carlsen and Alireza Firouzja...

GCL: D Gukesh beats Alireza Firouzja but Triveni Continental Kings stay on top with close win

Dec 20, 2025

With the third edition of the GCL entering the second leg of the group stage, Triveni Continental Kings had an opportunity to extend their...

Global Chess League Championship Trophy unveiled in Mumbai as season 3 kicks off

Dec 13, 2025

Adding to the evening's highlights was the official unveiling of the GCL Season 3 Trophy, the grand prize for which the world's best will...

Alireza Arafi appointed as Jurist in Iran's Leadership Council

Mar 01, 2026

Arafi will be part of the temporary Leadership Council alongside President Masoud Pezeshkian and Chief Justice Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, as per Al Jazeera.

FIDE Candidates 2024: Gukesh becomes sole leader with one round left, beats Firouzja

Apr 21, 2024

With the victory, the Indian took the sole lead before the final round.