Stavanger, Feb 18 (IANS) Wesley So has confirmed his return to the prestigious Norway Chess tournament in 2026, marking his sixth appearance at one of the sport’s most elite annual events. The announcement further strengthens a competition renowned for assembling the world’s finest players in a highly competitive format. Sharing his excitement about returning, So said, “I am delighted to be coming back to play Norway Chess. And what a pleasure to be visiting in brilliant sunshine! Toasting…
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Stavanger (Norway), Jan 22 (IANS) Reigning champion Anna Muzychuk is set to return to defend her Norway Chess Women’s title and possibly win for the second time in a row. Since the tournament started in 2024, Muzychuk has participated in both editions and has emerged as a key figure in the competition.Muzychuk, a three-time world champion in fast chess, secured the Women’s World Rapid Championship title in 2016 and the Women’s World Blitz Championship twice, in 2014 and 2016. She has also …
Stavanger (Norway), Jan 20 (IANS) Indian star Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu has been confirmed for the upcoming 2026 edition of Norway Chess to be played in Oslo in May and June 2026.One of the leading talents of the new generation, Praggnanandhaa qualified for the 2026 Candidates Tournament after winning the 2025 FIDE Circuit and continues to establish himself among the very best chess players in the world.“Looking forward to being back in Norway Chess, I enjoyed playing in 2024. Most exciting fo…
Oslo, Jan 13 (IANS) After thirteen years in Stavanger, Norway Chess and Norway Chess Women will be hosted in Oslo, with Deichman Bjorvika acting as the primary venue, the organisers said on Tuesday. The event is scheduled from May 25 to June 5. Since its inception in 2013, Stavanger has hosted Norway Chess.“Norway Chess would not have become the event it is today without the cross-party political support and the generous welcome we have received in Stavanger. We would like to extend our sin…