Walricho Chess Tutoring

In this position, the Integral chess Engine (Black) resigned against the Stockfish Engine (White). Would you win in this position if your opponent plays on?

Hello everyone. At Walricho Chess Tutoring, we realised that the beautiful game of Checkers, aka, Draughts, has been neglected for quite a while now but there are still people who really love it.

So, we have decided that from today onwards, we will be offering Checkers Tutoring as well. Learn and improve in your checkers and you will be able to win many tournaments in the world. We strive for excellence at Walricho Chess Tutoring, and we'll take you through our exclusive Checkers training sessions.

If you can't win at chess, at least win at Checkers. Please don't hesitate to contact us now.

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Thanks for your time. Today is the 1st of April 🙂.

Happy birthday to the Legend of the game. His tactics and strategy over a chess board are just out of this world.

Wishing Vasyl Ivanchuk a very happy 57th birthday! 🎂🎊

A four-time Olympic champion and former World No. 2, as well as 2016 Rapid and 2007 Blitz World Champion, his creativity and love for chess continue to captivate chess fans around the world.

📷 Michal Walusza / FIDE

It's often a safe approach to castle your King early and play it safe. But what if your opponent just plays carelessly?

Let us show you how to attack at chess, while keeping your King safe!

The first lesson is absolutely free. Please contact us!

Do not cheat in chess, as in life. What are your thoughts on the verdict?

🚨 HISTORIC CHESS VERDICT BY FIDE 🚨

In a landmark decision that will shape the future of competitive chess, the FIDE Ethics & Disciplinary Commission (EDC) has delivered its final ruling in the case of Grandmaster Kirill Shevchenko, and his final appeal has also been rejected by FIDE.

During the 2024 Spanish Team Championship, GM Kirill Shevchenko was observed leaving the board repeatedly during his games, raising suspicion.

Subsequent investigation revealed:

A hidden mobile phone concealed inside a toilet cubicle

A handwritten note, later confirmed to match Shevchenko’s handwriting

Shevchenko admitted to hiding the phone and accessing Lichess, though he denied using it to influence his games

⚖️ FIDE’s Final Sanctions:

❌ Grandmaster title revoked, first time in chess history

⛔ 3-year worldwide ban from all FIDE-rated events

➡️ 1 year of the ban is suspended, meaning 2 years effective

🚫 Final appeal declined — ruling is now definitive

Dana Reizniece, Deputy President of FIDE, stated:

> “Ensuring fair play is non-negotiable, it is essential to the credibility and future of our sport.”

This is the first-ever case where a Grandmaster title has been stripped due to cheating. The decision sends a powerful message:

No title is above the rules

Fair play is the foundation of chess

Cheating threatens the credibility of the entire sport

While some may debate whether revoking a title earned over years is too severe, others argue that intentional deception with electronic assistance crosses a red line.

💬 Your thoughts?

Was this punishment: ✔️ Necessary and justified?
❌ Too harsh?

⚖️ Or the only way to protect chess integrity?

👇 Share your opinion in the comments.

#Шахматы

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The December World Chess Rankings have been released. Magnus Carlsen maintains his top position, a reign that has endured since 2011. Hikaru Nakamura is attempting to narrow the gap, but a 30-point rating difference is significant at the highest level.

Nodirbek Abdusattorov is gradually ascending the ranks following a challenging FIDE World Cup. Keymer and Erigaisi, meanwhile, are among the top five.

Carlsen among other top players will be visiting South Africa. So if you are in Cape Town, go to Waterfront on the 4th as you might meet them.

The Absolute World Top Chess players are coming to South Africa this December!

Ready to see the chess world turned upside down? 😱
Freestyle Chess Season Finals
8.–11. December, South Africa🇿🇦

Prepare for the endgame.

What is the best move for black?

Are you or your child interested in learning Chess? Our expert instructors can help you develop your skills, and we offer a complimentary introductory lesson. Yes you read it right — FREE first lesson!

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One of my favourite tournaments in the Chess calendar!

Who will take it?

FIDE announces the list of players for the 2025 World Rapid and Blitz: A stellar lineup in 🇶🇦 Doha

World Champion 🇮🇳 Gukesh D and 🇳🇴 Magnus Carlsen join over 360 players who have confirmed their participation in the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Chess Championship in Doha.

The event, which will take place from December 25 to 30, brings together a field featuring multiple world champions, most of the sport’s highest-rated competitors, and rising stars.

A total of 233 players registered for the Blitz Open and 230 for the Rapid. After missing out on the crown in the Rapid and sharing gold in the Blitz in the previous edition in New York, Magnus Carlsen – who this year became a father – returns to the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz. He will try to unseat the 2024 World Rapid champion, Volodar Murzin, who has had strong tournament performances throughout the year.

World Champion Gukesh D has also confirmed his attendance. His participation is expected to draw a lot of interest from the public. In particular, his superb result in Zagreb earlier this year indicates he will be one of the favorites in Rapid.

Many seasoned elite players such as 2024 World Blitz co-champion Ian Nepomniachtchi, 🇺🇸 Fabiano Caruana, 🇳🇱 Anish Giri, 🇺🇸 Wesley So, and 🇺🇸 Levon Aronian have also confirmed their participation. Challenging them will be a new generation of contenders seeking to disrupt established hierarchies: 🇩🇪 Vincent Keymer, 🇮🇳 Arjun Erigaisi, 🇺🇿 Nodirbek Abdusattorov, 🇮🇳 Praggnanandhaa R, 🇹🇷 Yagiz Kaan Erdogmus, and 🇹🇷 Ediz Gürel to name just a few.

Read more: https://www.fide.com/fide-announces-the-list-of-players-for-the-2025-world-rapid-and-blitz-a-stellar-lineup-in-doha/