Freestyle chess

Magnus Carlsen Held to Draw by Nine-Year-Old Indian Chess Prodigy; Carlsen Jokes About 2900 Freestyle Rating Boost

03:20 13/07/2025

Nine-year-old Aarit Kapil drew against world champion Magnus Carlsen in an online chess tournament, showcasing his impressive skills. While Aarit competed in Georgia, V Pranav secured first place in the 'Early Titled Tuesday' event. Carlsen also achieved a historic 2900 rating in freestyle chess, surpassing his previous classical peak and demonstrating his dominance in the chess world.

World Chess Champion D Gukesh Pulls Out of Las Vegas Freestyle Chess, Citing Exhaustion: Carlsen Rematch on Hold OR Exhausted World Champion D Gukesh Forgoes Las Vegas Freestyle Chess Showdown; Vidit Gujrathi Steps In

09:20 27/06/2025

World Champion D Gukesh will not be playing in the Las Vegas leg of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam, citing exhaustion after Norway Chess. Vidit Gujrathi will replace him, donning Gukesh’s red jacket. The $750,000 event runs July 16–20 at Wynn Las Vegas. Meanwhile, the India leg in September is cancelled, and Jan Henric Buettner will step down as CEO on July 1.

Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Snub: Lack of Sponsorship Forces India Leg Cancellation, Carlsen Absence Confirmed

06:20 26/06/2025

The Indian leg of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam, scheduled for September in New Delhi, has been cancelled due to a lack of sponsors. This is a disappointment for fans hoping to see Magnus Carlsen compete in India. CEO Jan Henric Buettner confirmed the move and will step down in July. The next event is in Las Vegas this July.