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Chess Madness: From Victories to Mergers

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Chess enthusiasts have been buzzing with excitement as the chess world witnessed a series of thrilling events recently. From young talents showcasing their skills to major mergers in the publishing industry, the chess community has been abuzz with activity. The victory of thirteen-year-old FM Tani Adewumi at the 2024 U.S. Cadet Championship has proven that age is just a number in the world of chess. Meanwhile, the merging of New in Chess and Everyman Chess with Quality Chess has created a powerhouse in the print publishing domain.

In another exciting turn of events, experience triumphed over youth in the English Championships, highlighting the timeless appeal of the game. The intense competition at the 2024 English Championship, where Gawain Jones and Elmira Mirzoeva clinched the top spots, kept fans on the edge of their seats. Moreover, the ongoing debate about the saturation of chess grandmasters has sparked discussions among players and enthusiasts alike.

As the chess world continues to evolve, the recent English Championships showcased the resilience and strategic prowess of players. Gawain Jones and Elmira Mirzoeva's victories serve as a testament to the dedication and skill required to excel in the game. The question of whether there are too many chess grandmasters remains unanswered, leaving the community pondering the significance of this prestigious title in today's competitive landscape.

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Chess Print Publishers Merge To Create Independent Powerhouse ... (Chess.com)

Chess.com's print publishing operations, comprising of New in Chess and Everyman Chess, are splitting off from Chess.com and merging with Quality Chess.

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Tani Adewumi Wins His 1st National Championship (Chess.com)

Thirteen-year-old FM Tani Adewumi won his first national title at the 2024 U.S. Cadet Championship, which concluded on Sunday.

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Chess: Experience beats youth in English Championships (Financial Times)

Puzzle: can you crack this tricky pawn endgame? A chess player sat at a board, thinking on his next move Gawain Jones ...

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Gawain Jones and Elmira Mirzoeva ัrowned English Chess ... (FIDE)

The 2024 English Championship took place in Kenilworth from June 20-23. Both the Open and Women's competitions were 7-round Swiss tournaments with classical ...

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Are There Too Many Chess Grandmasters? (The New York Times)

The ballooning number of players who have achieved the top title has some of the game's best players asking whether the designation even matters.

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Tournament Report and Results - English Chess Championships (English Chess Federation)

Congratulations to the 2024 English Champion Gawain Jones and 2024 English Women's Champion Elmira Mirzoeva, and well played Mickey Adams and Kata Toma, ...

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Azerbaijani female chess player crowned English Chess Champion (AZERTAC News)

Both the Open and Women's competitions were 7-round Swiss tournaments with classical time control. In the women's tournament, Elmira Mirzoeva won on-demand her ...

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