Chess.com’s State of Chess Recap: PogChamps Return and Exciting Updates from Chief Chess Officer Danny Rensch

Chess.com’s Chief Chess Officer, IM Danny Rensch, hosted the latest installment of State of Chess on Thursday, where he shared exciting updates with viewers. The three-hour broadcast covered a range of topics, from tournament announcements to fair play updates and product innovations, before concluding with a Q&A session.

One of the most anticipated announcements was the return of PogChamps, the popular amateur tournament for internet personalities. The sixth edition of PogChamps is set to take place from April 29 to May 2, promising an exciting weekend for fans of the event.

In addition to the PogChamps announcement, the broadcast featured several segments with updates on various aspects of Chess.com. Product Updates were shared by Growth Officer Albert Cheng, including the introduction of a new Virtual Chess Coach and a revamped puzzle experience for members.

Chessable and Train President Greg Giusti also joined the broadcast to discuss the integration of Chessable courses into Chess.com, offering members access to a wealth of educational resources. Fair Play Updates were provided by Director of Fair Play Sean Arn and Director of Professional Relations IM Kassa Korley, highlighting the ongoing efforts to maintain fair play in chess tournaments.

The broadcast concluded with a lively Q&A session, where Danny Rensch addressed spicy questions from the community. Topics ranged from the infamous “bishop incident” to the financial aspects of chess tournaments and the existence of a secret blacklist.

Overall, the State of Chess broadcast provided viewers with a comprehensive update on the latest happenings in the chess world, while also engaging with the community through interactive segments. With exciting events like PogChamps on the horizon, chess enthusiasts have much to look forward to in the coming months.