chess
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Karpov Questions Gukesh’s Title Legitimacy Amid ‘Accidental’ Win
Former world champion Anatoly Karpov has publicly challenged D Gukesh’s status, claiming the Indian prodigy won by ‘accident’ while asserting Magnus Carlsen remains the true king of chess.
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Raphael Vahanian Won Aeroflot Open Legends Championship
Armenian grandmaster Raphael Vahanian wins the Moscow-based Aeroflot Open Legends veterans tournament, delivering a performance in a field of seasoned players.
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Strong Opening for Armenian Players at American Cup Chess Event
The American Cup in Saint Louis kicked off with notable performances from Armenian chess players including Levon Aronian and Samuel Sevian.
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Cristiano Ronaldo: From Football Legend to Esports Ambassador
Cristiano Ronaldo, renowned for his footballing brilliance, continues to make headlines as he transitions into new roles, including becoming the global ambassador for the Esports World Cup 2025.
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Armenian Chess Players Score Key Wins at European Championship
Armenian female chess players enjoyed a successful 6th round at the European Women’s Individual Championship in Rhodes, with Maria Gevorgyan defeating Turkey’s Ekaterina Atalik and Anna Khachatryan winning against Azerbaijan’s Ayan Allahverdiyeva.
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Robert Hovhannisyan and Susanna Gaboyan Crowned Armenia’s Chess Champions of 2025
The 85th Men’s and 80th Women’s Chess Championships of Armenia concluded at the Tigran Petrosyan Chess House, with Robert Hovhannisyan and Susanna Gaboyan emerging as the champions of 2025. Men’s Championship Robert Hovhannisyan delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 6.5 points…
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Magnus Carlsen Disqualified for Wearing Jeans at Chess Tournament
Chess Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen was disqualified from the ongoing Rapid and Blitz Chess World Championship in New York for appearing in the 9th round wearing jeans. According to FIDE regulations, his attire was deemed inappropriate, resulting in a $200 fine.…
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Yerevan Becomes a Hub for International Sports: Highlights of 15 Major Events in 2024
In 2024, Yerevan solidified its position as a major hub for international sports by hosting 15 prestigious tournaments across 13 disciplines, bringing over 6,500 athletes from 16 countries to Armenia. These events significantly boosted the city’s sports culture and strengthened…
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Shant Sargsyan: Sole Leader in Doha
Grandmaster Shant Sargsyan is shining at the ongoing Qatar Masters Open 2024 international chess tournament in Doha, where he leads the standings as the sole frontrunner with 5.5 points. The Armenian Chess Federation reports that Sargsyan has surpassed notable grandmasters…
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Armenia Has 5 Representatives in FIDE’s December Rankings
The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has released its December rankings, with Armenia represented by five chess players in the global lists. In the men’s rankings, Armenia has two representatives: Hayk Martirosyan, ranked 70th, Shant Sargsyan, ranked 85th. Former Armenian team…
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Karen Grigoryan and Elina Danielian Triumph at Portugal Chess Tournament
Armenian chess players delivered outstanding performances at the “XVIII Torneio Internacional Figueira da Foz – Sabir Ali” tournament in Portugal, claiming top honors in their respective categories. Grandmaster Karen Grigoryan showcased exceptional skill, scoring 7.5 points out of a possible…
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Armenian Chess Players Trail European Championship Leader by One Point
Armenian chess players continue to perform strongly at the 2024 European Individual Chess Championship, with only three rounds remaining in the tournament. After the eighth round, Serbian Grandmaster Aleksandar Indjic leads the competition with 7 points, standing as the sole…