Inside the mind of Hikaru Nakamura, the chess world No 2 whose streaming career comes first

The top U.S. chess player discusses his YouTube channel, how he would change the game and why he doesn't want his son to pursue it ...
Yahoo! Sports

Here's why Hikaru Nakamura, the world's No. 2 chess player, is gaming the system with 'Mickey Mouse' tournaments

As far as chess tournaments go, the Louisiana State Championship and Iowa Open are not what you would describe as big-time events. The highest-ranked players from either event last year didn't even ...
The Hollywood Reporter

Can the World’s Greatest Chess Player Turn the Game Into Must-See TV?

Magnus Carlsen is betting that his Freestyle Chess tournament can lure new fans to the game, while engaging the hardcore enthusiasts. By Alex Weprin Senior Editor Earlier this month, a handful of the ...
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Watch: Belfast Sunday chess group sees game enjoyed by people from all walks of life

"We have had people play here from every continent except Antarctica, we've even had people from cruise ships pop in and ...