Yahoo

‘What has happened online actually dwarfs what Magnus has done’: Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura on chess’ streaming revolution

For someone ranked No. 2 in the world, playing competitive games of chess sits curiously low on grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura’s list of priorities. “I look at it as something to do to get away from ...
Los Angeles Times

Hikaru Nakamura -- chess master who would be king

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. The U.S. chess champion needs a shave. When he is playing well, Hikaru ...
The Hollywood Reporter

Chess Streamer Hikaru Nakamura Signs With WME (Exclusive)

Nakamura has a large following on Twitch and is the number one Chess streamer on the Amazon-owned platform. By Trilby Beresford Associate Editor Professional Chess player and streamer Hikaru ...

FIDE plans to remove ratings pathway after Carlsen's comment on Nakamura: 'Easy to game. Our fault'

FIDE CEO Emil Sutovsky has responded to Magnus Carlsen’s criticism of the ratings spot and has proposed a major change ahead ...
iGaming Business

Chess superstars join BETBY at ICE Barcelona

BETBY, the Tier 1 B2B sportsbook supplier, has announced an unparalleled activation for ICE Barcelona 2026, bringing together ...
AOL

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 ...
Indiatimes

Hikaru Nakamura throws D. Gukesh’s chess piece at USA vs India exhibition match, fans debate sportsmanship

Chess is witnessing a surge in dramatic moments, with Magnus Carlsen's outburst and Hikaru Nakamura's king toss at a recent exhibition event sparking debate. While organizers intended the gesture for ...
Digital Trends

Five-time chess champion Hikaru Nakamura signed by e-sports giant TSM

Could chess become the next Valorant? Los Angeles e-sports organization Team SoloMid (TSM) just signed its first chess player, five-time U.S. champion Hikaru Nakamura. Nakamura is most well-known for ...
CNN

Magnus Carlsen vs. Hikaru Nakamura: Chess’ big beasts go head-to-head in grand final with $30,000 on the line

Lionel Messi vs. Cristiano Ronaldo. Roger Federer vs. Rafael Nadal. Chris Evert vs. Martina Navratilova. All clashes between the greats of sport which have gripped fans and come to define an era. In ...
NPR

Chess Champ Hikaru Nakamura: Next Bobby Fischer?

At the U.S. Chess Championships under way in St. Louis, all eyes are on America's top-ranked player, and the favorite going into the tournament, Hikaru Nakamura. During the past decade, Nakamura has ...
The Hollywood Reporter

Chess Streamer Hikaru Nakamura Signs With UTA (Exclusive)

Chess streamer Hikaru Nakamura has been signed by UTA for worldwide representation in all areas. By Trilby Beresford Associate Editor Chess streamer Hikaru Nakamura has been signed by UTA for ...