Yes, you have read the title correctly! Hans Niemann is not killed, nor is in jail as some speculations suggested. He is alive and ready for action at round 1 of Grenke Freestyle Chess. (see the pairings here / follow the live games)
Grenke Chess 2025 is a massive chess event that takes place 17-21 April in Germany. Thirteen days before the start of the event it crossed the 2900 players mark, and eventually collected 3000+ players. The festival contains the Grenke Open and the Grenke Freestyle Chess with Magnus Carlsen, Fabiano Caruana, Arjun Erigaisi, etc.
Grenke Chess 2025 is a massive chess event that takes place 17-21 April in Germany. Thirteen days before the start of the event it crossed the 2900 players mark, and eventually collected 3000+ players. The festival contains the Grenke Open and the Grenke Freestyle Chess with Magnus Carlsen, Fabiano Caruana, Arjun Erigaisi, etc.
Chess master Tunde Onakoya is attempting a 70-hour Guinness World Record chess marathon in Times Square. As with his previous record-breaking run, the goal is much bigger than the game itself. Tunde hopes to inspire people around the world and rally support to build the largest free school for homeless children in Nigeria. He’s also extended an open invitation to every chess player in New York City to come and challenge them in Times Square.
The English Championships, English Women’s Championship, and English Women’s U1700 Tournament will take place between Friday 18th July and Monday 21st July 2025 at the Holiday Inn Kenilworth-Warwick, 212 Abbey End, Kenilworth CV8 1ED.
