Gukesh D, Freestyle Chess

Gukesh, Carlsen in Freestyle Grand Chess Tour and feud with FIDE: explained
This isn't just another chess tournament though, with a public spat between Carlsen and the promoters of the FCGT with FIDE in the build-up to the tournament.
D Gukesh makes subtle start in Freestyle Chess Grand Slam amid format controversy
World champion D Gukesh made a steady start at the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam, adapting to the unique format amid rising tensions between FIDE and organisers, while Magnus Carlsen and other top players experience mixed fortunes.
D Gukesh Starts With Three Draws, One Loss At Freestyle Chess Grand Slam
World Champion D Gukesh began his campaign at the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam tour with three draws and a lone loss, signalling that he is gradually coming to terms with the new format.
Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour Guide: All You Need To Know About Magnus Carlsen's Controversial Event
The five-tournament series will unfold through the year, with Paris, New York, New Delhi and Cape Town being the other four host cities. It will end with the final competition from December 5 to 12
Freestyle Chess Grand Slam: A New Era in Chess
World Champion D Gukesh starts his journey in the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam, a new format birthed by Magnus Carlsen and Jan Henric Buettner, with mixed results. Despite controversies with FIDE, the event,
FIDE and freestyle chess organisers may end their feud soon: What was the dispute?
The feud saw FIDE on one side and prominent players such as Magnus Carlsen on the other. Why was the chess world in turmoil in recent weeks and what has changed now? We explain.
Explained: The FIDE vs Magnus Carlsen controversy and what is freestyle chess
Magnus Carlsen, the World No 1 player, and the FIDE have been in a conflict over Freestyle chess tournament for a while now. Here’s all you need to know about the controversy and what freestyle chess is all about.
Gukesh starts moderately in Freestyle Chess Grand Slam
World Champion D Gukesh began his campaign at the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam tour with three draws and a lone loss, signalling that he is gradually coming to terms with the new format. A brainchild of World’s number one Magnus Carlsen and German entrepreneur Jan Henric Buettner,
Magnus Carlsen Favored To Win Freestyle Chess Weissenhaus
If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER On Friday, Magnus Carlsen begins his quest to grow the popularity of an alternative chess variant and win the tournament itself.
Freestyle Chess Grand Slam: Carlsen looks forward to playing Gukesh, talks about his preparation
World No.1 Magnus Carlsen spoke about playing against world champion D Gukesh and his preparation ahead of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour that starts in Germany with the first leg form 7-14 February.
D Gukesh meets Magnus Carlsen ahead of high-stakes Freestyle Chess 2025 clash today
Magnus Carlsen questioned the validity of classical chess as a measure of skill, favoring rapid chess. Gukesh acknowledged the quality of their championship match, while Carlsen ruled out a title clash.
D Gukesh makes feelings clear on FIDE vs Freestyle Chess controversy, drops huge verdict: ‘The Classical World C’ship…’
T he Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour begins on February 7 at the Weissenhaus Resort in Wangels (Germany), and organisers will ...
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Chess Titans Clash: FIDE President Urged to Resign Amid Grand Slam Dispute
Magnus Carlsen and Jan Henric Buettner have demanded FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich's resignation after failed negotiations for the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam series. The conflict arose over ...
Heart rate sensors, confession booths, colourful jackets: What Freestyle Chess Grand Slam event looks like
Indian World champion D Gukesh will try his hand at the event where positions of pieces on the back ranks randomised, and the ...