The New York Times – Film:
Framed as a sports tale, “Queen of Chess,” directed by Rory Kennedy, recounts the life of Judit Polgar, who battled sexism as much as rival players.
Category: Chess
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In a Bitter Lawsuit, Chess Combatants Agree to a Draw
The New York Times – Sports:
An American grandmaster sued Magnus Carlsen, the world’s top player, and two other parties after Carlsen accused him of cheating. A settlement has been announced.
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Some Transgender Women May Be Barred From Women’s Chess Competitions
The New York Times – Sports:
The International Chess Federation introduced new regulations that can bar some transgender women from partaking in women’s competitions for up to two years or more.
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Chess’s Governing Body Delays Report on Cheating Scandal
The New York Times – Sports:
Did Hans Niemann secretly use a supercomputer to beat the world champion Magnus Carlsen? The International Chess Federation won’t say until October, at the earliest.
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Ding Liren of China Wins World Chess Championship
The New York Times – Sports:
Ding prevailed in a rapid-play tiebreaker to defeat Ian Nepomniachtchi of Russia. He is the first Chinese man to hold the world title.
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A World Chess Championship Without the World’s Best Player
The New York Times – Sports:
A victory by Ian Nepomniachtchi or Ding Liren would come with political overtones. But Magnus Carlsen’s absence is the talk of the final.
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Luka Doncic Only Makes Basketball Look Easy
The New York Times – Sports:
The Dallas Mavericks guard is having the best season of his career. Long media-shy, he’s now opening up about life in the N.B.A. spotlight, and his plans for life after.
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After Competing Without a Hijab, a Top Iranian Chess Player Heads for Spain
The New York Times – Sports:
Sarasadat Khademalsharieh, ranked No. 17 among women in the world, will not return to Iran after forgoing a head scarf at an international championship.