British Chess Magazine is the world’s oldest chess journal, having been published continuously since 1881. Appears twelve times per year.
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The May issue of British Chess Magazine is out - and it is a full 2026 Candidates Special. A deep dive into one of the most dramatic turning points in modern chess.
Inside:
- Grandmaster analysis
- Critical turning points
- Annotated games
- The stories behind the scores
& more!
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The May issue of British Chess Magazine is out - and it is a full 2026 Candidates Special. A deep dive into one of the most dramatic turning points in modern chess.
Inside:
- Grandmaster analysis
- Critical turning points
- Annotated games
- The stories behind the scores
& more!
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The April issue of British Chess Magazine is out now.
Inside: can football make chess mainstream, Ding Liren's vief of chess after the title, and Bodhana Sivanandan’s remarkable rise.
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Here's the cover of our newest issue! Inside: Tata Steel, the drama surrounding the Hastings tournament, reactions to Judit Polgár's Netflix story, Paul Keres profile, "bad" openings wisdom & more classics! Order here: britishchessmagazine.co.uk/s…
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The January 2026 issue of BCM is out now. Main story: "The Era After Carlsen: The New Generation of Chess Champions" with GM Aleksandar Colovic's deep analysis of the style and approach to chess in the new generation. Order here: britishchessmagazine.co.uk/s…
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BCM Editor @MilanDinic1 writes why 2026 could be a game-change for chess. Plus Vidit Gujrathi's break, London Classic thrills, tributes, puzzles & more in our January issue. Essential read!
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15 Dec 2025
Our December issue is out!
Teenage sensation Javokhir Sindarov's Goa World Cup triumph, Team FIDE's Linares dominance, England's Batumi analysis by GM Colovic, reports from UK events, chess history with Napoleon and Editor's note on why print chess endures. Cozy up with BCM!
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18 Nov 2025
The November issue of is out! 💥 We dive deep into the most transformative month in modern chess history. What is the Total Chess World Championship Tour? The inside story on @FIDE_chess & @NorwayChess radical plan to crown the 'complete' champion.
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18 Nov 2025
BCM INTERVIEW: Meet 10-yo British prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan! She talks about focus, her family, and ambition.
Also, @GMAlexColovic takes a look back at the USA vs. INDIA match: Was the exhibition match entertainment, degradation, or the future of chess?
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20 Oct 2025
There are not many people in the world who manage to achieve so much before turning 30. Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky will forever be among them.
A tribute to GM Daniel Naroditsky by BCM Editor @MilanDinic1
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16 Oct 2025
Our October issue is out!
🤯 FIDE Grand Swiss SHOCKS! Get the inside story on Anish Giri's 'fairy-tale' win & Matthias Blübaum's German breakthrough. Plus: GM Keith Arkell's speaks about his career and challenges. All the drama in the new October issue!
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BritishChessMagazine retweeted
15 Oct 2025
Nice - a new World Championship concept in chess! The Total Chess World Championship Tour that demands a champion prove themselves across three disciplines, including a new format - fast classic. A huge, innovative step that perfectly complements the classical title.
15 Oct 2025
♟🤩 Norway Chess Launches New World Championship – Approved by FIDE
The new championship, titled the Total Chess World Championship Tour, will consist of four events each year and crown a combined champion across three disciplines – Fast Classic, Rapid, and Blitz chess. “We expect this to become one of the most prestigious events in the entire chess Calendar,” says Kjell Madland, CEO of Norway Chess and of the new championship.
Key Highlights:
▪ A brand-new World Championship format in chess, organized by @NorwayChess, has been officially approved by the International Chess Federation, FIDE.
▪ The Total Chess World Championship Tour will crown an overall champion across three disciplines: Fast Classic, Rapid, and Blitz. The winner will be crowned FIDE World Combined Champion.
▪ The tour will consist of four tournaments per year in various global cities.
▪ Minimum $2.7M annual prize pool across the Tour ($750k per event for the first three events; $450k for the Finals), plus performance bonuses.
▪ A pilot tournament is planned for fall 2026, with the first full championship season in 2027.
🔗 Read more: fide.com/norway-chess-launch…
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BritishChessMagazine retweeted
23 Sep 2025
📓Now Available:
British Chess Magazine – September 2025, Volume 145.
Immerse yourself in the latest insights, commentary, and stories from @BCMChess.
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16 Sep 2025
🚨 Out Today! 🚨 The September issue of British Chess Magazine! Our cover story is an exclusive interview with @DanielRensch, co-founder of @chesscom, on his extraordinary new memoir "Dark Squares: How Chess Saved My Life".
Get your copy and subscribe now: britishchessmagazine.co.uk/s…
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16 Sep 2025
"I felt that if I didn't tell my story, how could I expect anyone else to ever do the same?" - @DanielRensch
Read the exclusive interview in which the @chesscom co-founder talks about his life story and chess, including about the Carlsen-Niemann saga. britishchessmagazine.co.uk/s…
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16 Sep 2025
In the September issue of BCM, we feature coverage of the 111th British Championship, where Michael Adams won his 9th title. We also explore the history of the Wing Gambit, and report on the Smart Moves Summit, where experts discussed how chess can genuinely improve your life!
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17 Aug 2025
A quiet chess revolution is happening in the UK. From packed city clubs to grassroots tournaments, the game is steadily regaining ground.
The August issue of British Chess Magazine celebrates this resurgence. Here’s what’s inside 👇
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17 Aug 2025
Our cover story is about the revival of chess across Britain. The game is thriving again, and we’re here to tell its story. The August edition of BCM is both a celebration and a toolkit to improve your chess. Order here:
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BritishChessMagazine retweeted
24 Jul 2025
Out now: The 07 issue of British Chess Magazine!
Inside:
– World Rapid & Blitz Teams in London 🇬🇧
– Norway Chess 2025: Carlsen under pressure
– @GMAlexColovic on emotion as an unseen opponent
– @GM_RayKeene on Alekhine: The Russian Sphinx
– 3rd Cambridge Open, 4NCL finale & more
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24 Jul 2025
Out now: The 07 issue of British Chess Magazine!
Inside:
– World Rapid & Blitz Teams in London 🇬🇧
– Norway Chess 2025: Carlsen under pressure
– @GMAlexColovic on emotion as an unseen opponent
– @GM_RayKeene on Alekhine: The Russian Sphinx
– 3rd Cambridge Open, 4NCL finale & more
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Sharpen your play, expand your knowledge and stay in the loop - subscribe here:
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