Chess Base

1. A chess trip down memory lane in the shadow of Mount Whitney

   The area around Lone Pine is best known as the backdrop for Western films such as "Django Unchained". However, chess history buffs will also recognise it as the venue for important chess tournaments in the 1970s. Roger Lorenz visited the site searching for clues.

2. Review: All new releases in June!

   Whether strategy, technique or opening knowledge – the June releases from ChessBase fulfil all your chess needs! Renowned authors such as David Navara, Robert Ris and Andrew Martin open their chess brains to you, and offer a host of professional tips. For those who want everything at once, ChessBase Magazine 226 is the perfect choice. It once again features lots of training material from the pro lab. Attention opening fans: There are many new Powerbases and Powerbooks! Just take a look at last month's products:

3. Women's World Cup - Live!

   The 2025 FIDE Women's World Cup is taking place in Batumi, Georgia on 5-16 July. Hosted at the Grand Bellagio Hotel, the 107-player knockout tournament offers three spots in the 2026 Candidates. With many of the world's top female players competing, Batumi promises high-stakes action in one of the calendar's most prestigious events. | Follow the games live starting at 13.00 CEST (7.00 ET, 16.30 IST)