In Chennai’s Grand Master series on July 21, 2026, Pranesh defeated Gukesh in the crucial penultimate round with a decisive endgame. The result shocked fans.

Arjun Erigaisi claimed the leading spot on the leaderboard with a clean win over Gukesh D that left opponents stunned. His performance earned applause.

Magnus Carlsen has confirmed join FIDE’s Total Chess World Championship Tour as the newest contender. The tour will feature 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 applauded the move.

Susan Polgar rejected Hungary’s offer to run for president favoring chess over politics. Polgar’s decision added to the debate.