Chess News

ECF Awards Committee – new Chair

The Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Keith Gregory as the new Chair of the ECF Awards committee. Keith is recently retired after…


Sohum Lohia in Wijk aan Zee

Sohum Lohia won his tournament in Wijk aan Zee, which means he has qualified for the Qualifiers tournament at Tata Steel next year. This tournament…


WGM title awarded to Lan Yao

Congratulations to Lan Yao, whose WGM title was confirmed by the 2023 3rd FIDE Council Meeting. Since applying for the title Lan Yao has gained…



British Rapidplay 2024

We’re pleased to be able to confirm that the ECF are once again supporting the 4NCL in organising the 2024 edition of the British Rapidplay…