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Greatest Female Chess Players of All Time: Ranked
The greatest female chess players ranked — Judit Polgar, Hou Yifan, Ju Wenjun and the champions who built women's chess, with the record behind each pick.
Greatest Chess Players of All Time: A Complete Guide
The greatest chess players in history include Magnus Carlsen, Garry Kasparov, Bobby Fischer, and Anatoly Karpov — players who redefined the game in their eras.
Top Female Chess Players in the World Today
The top female chess players in 2026 by FIDE rating: Hou Yifan leads Lei Tingjie, champion Ju Wenjun, Zhu Jiner and Bibisara Assaubayeva. Ranked with ratings.
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Chess Prize Money: The Biggest Events and Top Career Earners, Ranked
The biggest prize funds in chess, ranked: the $2.5m World Championship, the $2m FIDE World Cup, the Grand Chess Tour and Freestyle Chess — plus the highest career earners, led by Magnus Carlsen's $12m-plus.
Best Chess Sets for Fun: Top Picks for Every Player
The best chess sets for fun combine quality pieces, a sturdy board, and satisfying weight — whether you're a casual player, family, or serious hobbyist.
Chess Pieces That Move Diagonally: A Complete Guide
The bishop moves exclusively diagonally, but the queen and pawns also move diagonally in specific situations. Here's how each piece uses diagonal movement.