The German Bundesliga is heating up as Round 6 action unfolds, with several key matches taking place and upcoming broadcasts scheduled. Lichess.org is serving as a central hub for live coverage, showcasing not only the German league but also a wide array of international chess tournaments.
German Bundesliga Round 6 & Beyond
Round 6 of the German Bundesliga 2025/26 is currently underway, with broadcasts available on Lichess.org. The league, a 15-team round-robin competition, features a time control of 90 minutes per player for the first 40 moves, followed by 30 minutes and an additional 30 seconds per move. Top players like Erigaisi, Keymer, Giri, Mamedyarov, and Navara are competing, adding significant star power to the league.
Looking ahead, the competition continues with a 3rd Place Match featuring Caruana, Arjun, Nihal, and Mamedyarov scheduled in approximately 12 hours. This match promises a high level of play as these grandmasters battle for a podium finish.
International Chess Events on Display
Beyond the German Bundesliga, Lichess.org is broadcasting a diverse range of chess events from around the globe. The Chess.com Speed Chess Championship 2025 is prominently featured, with Carlsen, Nakamura, Firouzja, and Lazavik among the competitors. This tournament is a major draw for speed chess enthusiasts.
Several other tournaments are also being broadcast, including the Norwegian Team League 25/26, the Azerbaijan Chess Championship 2026, and the Austrian Women’s Bundesliga 2025/26. The Azerbaijani Championship features Mamedyarov, Mamedov, Safarli, and Suleymanli, while the Austrian Women’s Bundesliga showcases Muzychuk, Danielian, Wagner, Maltsevskaya, and Roebers.
A Global Chess Calendar
The breadth of coverage extends far beyond Europe, with events from Asia, South America, and North America also included. The 2026 Djerba International Chess Festival in Tunisia, the Campeonato Nacional de Menores Chile 2026, and the 2026 Marshall Premier FIDE tournament in the United States are just a few examples.
Further afield, the 77th Singapore National Chess Championships 2026 is being broadcast, featuring Grandmaster Tin Jingyao and International Masters Susilodinata Andrean and Wong Zhenyong Jayden, alongside WGM Gong Qianyun. The HKSAR Championship 2026 (Weekly) and the 7th Chess Hub Double Weekends Open Classical are also available for viewing.
Diverse Formats and Levels of Competition
The Lichess.org broadcasts aren’t limited to top-level professional events. Tournaments like the 2nd Dede Erno Memorial, the 1st Chola Chess GM Norm Round Robin 2026, and the Íslandsmót kvenna 2026 cater to a wider range of players and skill levels. Even local events, such as the Gençler Satranç Muğla İl Birinciliği in Turkey and the Keshmat Winter Festival 2026, are being highlighted.
The platform also covers team competitions, including the 4NCL Division 2 2025-2026 and the NSCC 2026 | Summer Cup. The TCEC S29 Leagues, a series of computer chess tournaments, are also featured, demonstrating the platform’s commitment to all facets of the game.
Accessibility and Ongoing Coverage
Lichess.org provides a comprehensive resource for chess fans, offering live broadcasts of tournaments from around the world. The platform’s commitment to accessibility is evident in its diverse range of events and its user-friendly interface. With Round 6 of the German Bundesliga and numerous other tournaments underway, chess enthusiasts have plenty to look forward to.
The broadcasts are continuously updated, with Round 7 events already scheduled, including the Austrian Women’s Bundesliga and the Campeonato Nacional de Menores Chile 2026. The platform’s ongoing coverage ensures that chess fans can stay connected to the latest action in the world of chess.
