Tarjei J. Svensen
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Chess journalist Chess.com
A Dutch teenager has been given a three-year ban, with one year suspended, by the FIDE Ethics & Disciplinary Commission after he was caught with a mobile phone hidden in his sock during a tournament in the Netherlands last year.
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FIDE Bans Dutch Teenager After Phone Was Found Hidden In Sock
A Dutch teenager has been given a three-year ban, with one year suspended, by FIDE after he was caught with a cell phone hidden in his sock during a tournament in the Netherlands.
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October 14, 2025 at 12:27 PM
A Dutch teenager has been given a three-year ban, with one year suspended, by the FIDE Ethics & Disciplinary Commission after he was caught with a mobile phone hidden in his sock during a tournament in the Netherlands last year.
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Carlsen and his wife just bought a house for €2.3 million in Bærum on the outskirts of Oslo. This happens to be five minutes from where I lived until last year. www.dn.no/eiendom/eien...
Sjakkspiller Magnus Carlsen og kona har kjøpt funkisvilla i Bærum
Paret sikret seg eiendommen med god rabatt.
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October 2, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Carlsen and his wife just bought a house for €2.3 million in Bærum on the outskirts of Oslo. This happens to be five minutes from where I lived until last year. www.dn.no/eiendom/eien...
FIDE's latest change in the rating regulations, which was triggered by Nakamura's road to the Candidates, has already sparked mixed reactions.
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FIDE Scraps 400-Point Rule For 2650+ Players, 'Triggered By Nakamura'
FIDE has announced a change to its rating regulations that already will take effect on October 1, removing the so called 400 point rule for players rated above 2650.
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September 29, 2025 at 9:10 PM
FIDE's latest change in the rating regulations, which was triggered by Nakamura's road to the Candidates, has already sparked mixed reactions.
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Faustino Oro continues to break records. He's now also the first player under 12 to hit 2500. www.chess.com/news/view/fa...
September 26, 2025 at 10:18 AM
Faustino Oro continues to break records. He's now also the first player under 12 to hit 2500. www.chess.com/news/view/fa...
The reliable Norwegian business magazine Kapital, Norway's Forbes, has estimated Magnus Carlsen's net worth to be around NOK 300 million, around $30,6M. Slightly behind Haaland's $400M. www.nettavisen.no/sport/haalan...
Formuen vekker oppsikt: – Unikt i norsk sammenheng
Norges beste idrettsutøvere tjener bedre enn noen gang.
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September 16, 2025 at 3:37 PM
The reliable Norwegian business magazine Kapital, Norway's Forbes, has estimated Magnus Carlsen's net worth to be around NOK 300 million, around $30,6M. Slightly behind Haaland's $400M. www.nettavisen.no/sport/haalan...
Magnus Carlsen's earnings in 2024 reached the sky, in fact he never earned that much. According to official Norwegian tax numbers, he made 35,6M NOK (€3M). www.dn.no/eiendom/magn...
Tidenes inntekt for sjakkstjerne Magnus Carlsen
Magnus Carlsen har mer enn doblet formuen på fire år.
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September 9, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Magnus Carlsen's earnings in 2024 reached the sky, in fact he never earned that much. According to official Norwegian tax numbers, he made 35,6M NOK (€3M). www.dn.no/eiendom/magn...
One of the longest-running tournaments in Spain sparked reactions this week after organizers tried to ban Israeli players and prevent them from competing under their national flag. Following backlash and FIDE warnings, organizers reversed the decision.
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FIDE Steps In After Attempted Ban On Israeli Players In Spanish Open Tournament
One of the longest-running tournaments in Spain sparked reactions this week after organizers tried to ban Israeli players and prevent them from competing under their national flag.
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September 8, 2025 at 7:49 PM
One of the longest-running tournaments in Spain sparked reactions this week after organizers tried to ban Israeli players and prevent them from competing under their national flag. Following backlash and FIDE warnings, organizers reversed the decision.
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Yosha Iglesias makes chess history as second-ever transgender national champion: "Nothing makes me happier than knowing my title might show young trans people that they don't have to choose between chess and transition."
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Yosha Iglesias Triumphs In France, Makes History As Second Transgender National Champion
WIM Yosha Iglesias had already made chess history by becoming the first transgender WIM. Last weekend, the 37-year-old added another accomplishment by winning the French Women's Championship.
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August 27, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Yosha Iglesias makes chess history as second-ever transgender national champion: "Nothing makes me happier than knowing my title might show young trans people that they don't have to choose between chess and transition."
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Another good year for Magnuschess. e24.no/naeringsliv/...
Tar ut 20 millioner i utbytte
Magnus Carlsen holder fortsatt kongen trygg – både på sjakkbrettet og i regnskapet. Overskuddet de siste ti årene er nå oppe i 249 millioner kroner.
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July 16, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Another good year for Magnuschess. e24.no/naeringsliv/...
“A lot of people want to see some kind of conspiracy behind things,” www.nytimes.com/athletic/649...
Magnus Carlsen is chess' powerful disruptor and he wants to go mainstream: 'Change is needed'
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July 15, 2025 at 5:35 PM
“A lot of people want to see some kind of conspiracy behind things,” www.nytimes.com/athletic/649...
India's 9-year-old prodigy Aarit Kapil came within inches of defeating Magnus Carlsen, his own idol: "He just loves chess. Chess is his passion. He doesn't like to play video games or watch movies. He only plays chess."
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9-Year-Old Indian Prodigy Shocks Magnus Carlsen, Makes National Headlines
India's latest chess sensation, CM Aarit Kapil, is only nine years old. This week, he came within inches of defeating none other than world number-one GM Magnus Carlsen in Chess.com's Titled Tuesday.
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June 27, 2025 at 5:19 PM
India's 9-year-old prodigy Aarit Kapil came within inches of defeating Magnus Carlsen, his own idol: "He just loves chess. Chess is his passion. He doesn't like to play video games or watch movies. He only plays chess."
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"Sounds like an unreal dream… But not in my case, because that’s exactly what happened. I’m still pleasantly shocked." 21-year-old GM-elect Bibisara Assaubayeva given surprise invitation to Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Las Vegas. www.chess.com/news/view/as...
Assaubayeva Given Surprise Freestyle Chess Ticket To Join World Stars In Las Vegas
The complete field for the $750,000 Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Las Vegas (July 16-20) has been revealed, with most of the world's elite competing for the $200,000 first price.
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June 25, 2025 at 2:39 PM
"Sounds like an unreal dream… But not in my case, because that’s exactly what happened. I’m still pleasantly shocked." 21-year-old GM-elect Bibisara Assaubayeva given surprise invitation to Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Las Vegas. www.chess.com/news/view/as...
Carlsen created a viral hit when he slammed the table in rage following his loss against Gukesh.
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How Magnus Carlsen's Table Slam Sparked A Viral Chess Explosion
GM Magnus Carlsen created a viral hit when he slammed the table in rage following his loss against GM Gukesh Dommaraju.
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June 20, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Carlsen created a viral hit when he slammed the table in rage following his loss against Gukesh.
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Already the world number-one in classical, rapid, and blitz, Carlsen now also leads the newly-introduced rating list for Freestyle Chess. www.chess.com/news/view/ma...
Magnus Carlsen Hits 2900 As Freestyle Chess Introduces New Ratings
GM Magnus Carlsen tops the first-ever Freestyle Chess ratings, hitting the 2900 barrier after dominating the chess variant in his last events.
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June 19, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Already the world number-one in classical, rapid, and blitz, Carlsen now also leads the newly-introduced rating list for Freestyle Chess. www.chess.com/news/view/ma...
Five-time U.S. champion GM Gata Kamsky has officially switched federations to France, marking the end of a 36-year chapter representing the United States.
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Gata Kamsky Transfers To France After 36 Years Representing The U.S.
36 years after defecting from the former U.S.S.R. to the U.S.A., five-time U.S. champion GM Gata Kamsky has officially changed federations to France.
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June 16, 2025 at 3:14 PM
Five-time U.S. champion GM Gata Kamsky has officially switched federations to France, marking the end of a 36-year chapter representing the United States.
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A shocking post by Navara, detailing how repeated complaints to FIDE about a Kramnik tweet were ignored for months, causing distress & suicidal thoughts: "I planned to publish the whole story, submit an appeal against Mr Dvorkovich and commit suicide soon afterwards" www.chess.com/blog/FormerP...
Because we care
After a year I decided to write about what happened with my complaint concerning GM Kramnik’s statistics and actions. Alas, it is going to be a long text and not nice at all. A short introduction It a...
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May 23, 2025 at 5:43 PM
A shocking post by Navara, detailing how repeated complaints to FIDE about a Kramnik tweet were ignored for months, causing distress & suicidal thoughts: "I planned to publish the whole story, submit an appeal against Mr Dvorkovich and commit suicide soon afterwards" www.chess.com/blog/FormerP...
FIDE has introduced significant changes for the World Blitz Championship, most notably, a new rule to ensure the tournament ends with a clear winner.
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FIDE Introduces Armageddon Rule, Changes World Blitz Championship Format Again
FIDE has introduced significant changes for the 2025 World Blitz Championship in Doha, Qatar, most notably, a new rule to ensure the tournament ends with a clear winner.
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May 14, 2025 at 8:40 AM
FIDE has introduced significant changes for the World Blitz Championship, most notably, a new rule to ensure the tournament ends with a clear winner.
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Magnus Carlsen and his wife Ella Victoria are expecting their first child.
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Magnus Carlsen & Ella Victoria Are Expecting: 'My Beautiful, Pregnant Wife'
GM Magnus Carlsen and his wife Ella Victoria, have announced the heartwarming news that they are expecting their first child..
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May 12, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Magnus Carlsen and his wife Ella Victoria are expecting their first child.
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I've talked to a female player, who detailed multiple instances of inappropriate and unwelcome conduct by U.S. 18-year-old GM Christopher Yoo. FIDE has given him a 60-day ban pending the investigation into the incidents. www.chess.com/news/view/ch...
Christopher Yoo Handed 60-Day Suspension By FIDE After New Harassment Allegation
Eighteen-year-old U.S. GM Christopher Yoo has received a provisional 60-day suspension from FIDE's Ethics & Disciplinary Commission (EDC), following a complaint from a female player.
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May 12, 2025 at 1:43 PM
I've talked to a female player, who detailed multiple instances of inappropriate and unwelcome conduct by U.S. 18-year-old GM Christopher Yoo. FIDE has given him a 60-day ban pending the investigation into the incidents. www.chess.com/news/view/ch...
Carlsen has officially sold his €2,350,000 apartment in Oslo. www.dn.no/eiendom/boli...
Magnus Carlsen har solgt luksusleiligheten på Tjuvholmen (+)
Sjakkstjernen ville ha 27,5 millioner kroner for tre roms leiligheten i det eksklusive strøket.
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May 7, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Carlsen has officially sold his €2,350,000 apartment in Oslo. www.dn.no/eiendom/boli...
A 10-year-old has just scored a 2514 performance to edge one step closer to becoming the youngest-ever to achieve the IM title.
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10-Year-Old Edges One Step Closer To Record-Breaking IM Title With Second Norm
10-year-old FM Roman Shogdzhiev continued his rapid rise at the Baku Open, where he secured his second International Master norm with a stellar 2514 performance in a field packed with titled players.
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May 7, 2025 at 12:23 PM
A 10-year-old has just scored a 2514 performance to edge one step closer to becoming the youngest-ever to achieve the IM title.
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Spoke to legendary GM Alex Yermolinsky today, who told me he is "overwhelmed and blessed" by the support from the chess community following his life-saving surgeries: "I just spoke with the surgeon, and he told me I won't die here. I'd say it lifted my spirits!"
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Alex Yermolinsky 'Overwhelmed' By Chess Community Support After Life-Saving Surgery
Two-time U.S. Chess Champion GM Alex Yermolinsky says he is “overwhelmed with emotions” at the outpouring of support from the chess community after he underwent life-saving heart surgery abroad.
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May 7, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Spoke to legendary GM Alex Yermolinsky today, who told me he is "overwhelmed and blessed" by the support from the chess community following his life-saving surgeries: "I just spoke with the surgeon, and he told me I won't die here. I'd say it lifted my spirits!"
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Christopher Yoo is facing scrutiny from the chess community following his participation in Sardinia Chess Festival, which the teenager won impressively. Now his father has responded. www.chess.com/news/view/ch...
Christopher Yoo Wins Sardinia Chess Festival Amid Ongoing Scrutiny Over Domestic Ban
18-year-old Christopher Yoo scored an impressive 2752 performance to win Italy's Sardinia World Chess Festival with 7.5/9 last week, but his participation in Italy has led to scrutiny.
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May 6, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Christopher Yoo is facing scrutiny from the chess community following his participation in Sardinia Chess Festival, which the teenager won impressively. Now his father has responded. www.chess.com/news/view/ch...
Roman Shogdzhiev, who turned 10 in February, has secured his second IM norm in Baku. One more IM norm and a few rating points, and he'll smash Faustino Oro's record by months.
May 5, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Roman Shogdzhiev, who turned 10 in February, has secured his second IM norm in Baku. One more IM norm and a few rating points, and he'll smash Faustino Oro's record by months.
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Gukesh Vs. Nakamura Headlines USA-India Chess Match At Esports Stadium
World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju leads India against GM Hikaru Nakamura and the USA in a new five-board team match, which will also see GM Fabiano Caruana take on GM Arjun Erigaisi.
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May 1, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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