Chess.com Signs GM Ian Nepomniachtchi as Exclusive Chess Sponsor

Chess.com has made a major announcement that has the chess world buzzing with excitement. Grandmaster Ian Nepomniachtchi, the winner of the 2021 Candidates Tournament and the upcoming world championship challenger to Magnus Carlsen, has signed a long-term sponsorship agreement with Chess.com.

The CEO of Chess.com, Erik Allebest, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We are thrilled to have such a highly accomplished, talented, and powerful player as an ambassador for Chess.com. We are proud to support Ian’s continued endeavor to reach the top of the chess world.”

Nepomniachtchi will now be seen sporting Chess.com insignia at over-the-board events, starting with the upcoming Norway Chess event. He will also continue to participate in Chess.com’s online tournaments, adding even more excitement to these already popular events.

This sponsorship deal solidifies Nepomniachtchi’s relationship with Chess.com, where he has been a regular participant in Titled Tuesday tournaments, the PRO Chess League, and the Speed Chess Championship. With Chess.com now as his exclusive chess sponsor, fans can expect to see even more of Nepomniachtchi’s electrifying play in the future.

As a world-class player with impressive lifetime scores against multiple world champions, Nepomniachtchi’s journey to the 2021 World Chess Championship in Dubai promises to be thrilling. Chess.com invites fans to join them in following Nepomniachtchi’s quest for the world championship title and to share their excitement for the upcoming event in the comments.