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Nigeria
Aikhoje gets ’98 Olympiad gold medal!
Nigerian International Master Odion Aikhoje finally receives the gold medal he earned on board two at the Elista Olympiad in 1998. Twenty-four years is short in terms of age, but to wait on something for 24 years is another matter. The Chess Drum reported on Aikhoje’s triumph in the very…
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Opinion/Editorials
After the Carlsen-Niemann firestorm, what now?
The cheating scandal that dominated the 2022 Sinquefield Cup saw GM Hans Niemann fall into controversial spotlight in his first supertournament. The incident was precipitated by Magnus Carlsen’s withdrawal from the tournament and a tweet that included a reference to cheating. Many commenting on the matter did not understand the…
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Tournaments
2022 African Individual Championships (Lagos, Nigeria)
In a few days, Africa’s top players will trek to Africa’s most populous city (25 million) Lagos for the African Individual Chess Championship (AICC). According to Africa Chess Media’s Babatunde Ogunsiku has been counting down to the day of the tournament’s start. The marquee tournament on the continent comes in…
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Grand Chess Tour
Carlsen bolts Sinquefield after loss; rumors swirl
The Sinquefield Cup was rocked after world champion Magnus Carlsen withdrew from the tournament after losing to Hans Moke Niemann the previous round. Carlsen tweeted his decision and included a video of José Mourinho, head coach of Italian Serie A Club Roma. Mourinho has a history of accusing referees of…
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Denmark
Kassa Korley seeking 3rd GM Norm
IM Kassa Korley preparing for the Round 9 game against GM Tiger Hillarp Persson.Photo by Dansk Skak Union. Kassa Korley has been fiercely competing in norm tournaments in an attempt to earn his 3rd and final Grandmaster norm. The New York City (Harlem) native created a stir while earning his…
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Africa
IM norm for Zimbabwe’s Zhemba Jemusse!
Zhemba Jemusse, an untitled player, was competing in his first Olympiad in Chennai, India and was excited to experience the world’s biggest stage. Team Zimbabwe was looking smart in their suits and matching accessories with “Zimbabwe Chess” proudly displayed. ZIMBABWE Left to Right: IM Rodwell Makoto, Tapiwa Gora (ZCF Technical…
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Opinion/Editorials
The Importance of Analytics for Chess Federations
Data can be represented in so many forms, but its proper use can make a major difference in an organization’s productivity. Following is an op-ed piece highlighting the importance of data and its use in serving the chess community. The era of “big data” is upon us and being able…
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India
2022 Chess Olympiad: Closing Ceremonies
Uzbekistan proved that a new chess era has unfolded. The closing of the 2022 Chess Olympiad happened with an exciting future ahead. As the generations of players drop from elite status or retire, new stars are rising. This reality was on full display when Uzbekistan and India 2 stood on…
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Chess Olympiad
2022 Chess Olympiad: Uzbekistan, Ukraine win!
2022 Chess Olympiad: Round #11 Tuesday, 9 August 2022 The famous Uzbek talents we’ve heard about for so long have arrived! Photo by Stev Bonhage Before round 11, there was a lot of tension in the hall as the finale of the 2022 Chess Olympiad unfolded. The young team from…
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India
2022 Chess Olympiad: Round #10
2022 Chess Olympiad: Round #10 Monday, 8 August 2022 One day Dommaraju Gukesh was touted as a national hero having won eight straight games; a couple of days later, he was the culprit for India losing a crucial match in round 10. Chess can be brutal as a sporting activity.…
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