Anna Burtosova

Lawyer, chess journalist, editor, educator and promoter. As a chess player, Anna won numerous medals at the youth championships, including gold at the Russian Championship among Girls U16, as well as adult tournaments. In 2009, she earned her Woman Grandmaster (WGM) title.

In 2010-11, Anna worked as an editor and reporter for the Russian Chess Federation website. She has also held jobs with FIDE and has had articles published in 64 Chess Review, New In Chess, Schach, ChessBase. In 2013, Anna joined the team at ChessTV (later ChessCast) as an editor and producer of chess programs and live broadcasts, including several World Championship matches, Candidates Tournaments, and other high-end chess events.

In 2018, after moving to Canada, Anna joined the PR department of the International Chess Federation, the job she has proudly held for five years. During this time, she has been FIDE Social Media Manager, Website Editor, and Head of PR. 

Recent news

Epic Showdown in Casablanca

5/6/2024 – From 18-19 May 2024 the world’s top Grandmaster will play a rapid event, trying out the new Casablanca Chess Variant. Titans Carlsen, Nakamura, Anand, and Amin are set for epic showdown in a game that intends to bridge history and innovation. In this variant – not to be confused with Capablanca Chess – the game commences from equal positions inspired by historical gems. Could this be the beginning of a beautiful friendship?
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