Thrilled onlookers at an impromptu gathering of chess players and fans

Lausanne, Switzerland (AP) — FIDE announced today that Castle Club will reconvene this weekend.

The excitement filled chess halls throughout the world. From Anchorage to Zurich, relieved enthusiast shared their joy upon hearing Castle Club will be meeting.

“We are back in the saddle,” says grandmaster Garry Kasparov, FIDE rating: 2812 (July 2023).