Chess Obsession: Player's Rainy 4-Hour Defeat Analysis Goes Viral, Draws Reactions from Niemann, Giri

Chess Obsession: Player's Rainy 4-Hour Defeat Analysis Goes Viral, Draws Reactions from Niemann, Giri

 10:15 30/08/2025

A video shows a Chinese man analysing his chess loss in the rain. Grandmaster Hans Niemann shared a similar experience. Anish Giri joked about his rain-free victory. Niemann criticised the American chess system, praising India's support for players. Divya Deshmukh received a Rs 3 crore prize for her chess achievements. Chess passion continues to inspire globally.
Chess | 'No jeans': Divya Deshmukh evokes Magnus Carlsen's viral dress code controversy - Watch

Chess | 'No jeans': Divya Deshmukh evokes Magnus Carlsen's viral dress code controversy - Watch

 01:16 25/08/2025

India’s Divya Deshmukh sparked laughs with her “No jeans!” rule-change joke, recalling Magnus Carlsen’s 2024 dress code controversy. Carlsen famously refused to change his Corneliani jeans, was fined, and later auctioned them for $36,100. Proceeds went to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, turning a quirky chess moment into a powerful charitable milestone.
Ssshhh! Chess and the challenges of playing in front of a live audience

Ssshhh! Chess and the challenges of playing in front of a live audience

 10:16 21/08/2025

A grandmaster chess tournament in New Delhi highlights the traditional, silent atmosphere of the game, contrasting sharply with a recent event in Las Vegas where live audiences roared at every move. Players express concerns about distractions caused by spectators, questioning whether chess is truly ready for a live audience setting.
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