Chess Opening Principles: 7 Rules That Every Beginner Must Know
Master chess opening principles with our GM-backed guide. Learn the 7 rules every beginner needs, plus when to break them.
The Kingdom of Chess Blog
Tips, stories & news for chess parents
Can Aarit Kapil Become India's Youngest International Master?
10-year-old Aarit Kapil just earned his first IM norm at the Menorca Open 2026. Can he become India's youngest ever International Master?
Who is Wesley So? Chess Biography, Rating, and Career
Wesley So learned chess without a coach, using bottle caps as pieces. Today he is World No. 7 with a rating of 2754.
Chess Results Tamil Nadu: Kridhay A Wins Under-7 State Championship 2026
Kridhay A wins the 38th Tamil Nadu State Under-7 Chess Championship 2026 with 8/9 points. Explore full results, standings table and round-by-round breakdown.
Best Chess Academies in Quebec City For Kids in 2026
Best Chess Academies in Quebec City: Kingdom Of Chess, Chess Learning Academy, Chess Specialist, Learn Chess with Sam
Best Chess Academies in Winnipeg For Kids in 2026
Best Chess Academies in Winnipeg For Beginners: Kingdom Of Chess, The Checkmate Club, West Chess Club, Chess Communications Ltd
Alireza Firouzja: Biography, Current Rating, and Career Story
Alireza Firouzja is one of the most exciting chess players in the world. Born in Iran, now playing for France, he became the youngest 2800-rated player in history.
GM Pranav V: Biography of the 2025 World Junior Chess Champion
Discover the complete biography of GM Pranav V, the 2025 World Junior Chess Champion. Explore his chess journey, 2657 FIDE rating, and rise to elite status.
Grand Chess Tour 2026: Schedule, Players, and Prize Fund
The complete guide to the Grand Chess Tour 2026. Full schedule, all players, prize fund breakdown, live standings, and event-by-event results
Nihal Sarin: India's Chess GM at 14 Who Now Ranks 22 in the World
Nihal Sarin is India's GM and World No. 22 with a FIDE rating of 2723. Discover his full biography, playing style, and lessons for aspiring chess players.
Global Chess News: April 21 – April 27, 2026
Carlsen wins the Chess.com Open Playoffs. Ding Liren returns to classical chess. Viernheim wins a perfect Bundesliga season.
Does Chess Improve Math Skills? What the Research Actually Says
A 2025 study found significant math gains in chess-playing children. But a major UK RCT found zero effect. Here is what the research actually says.