About Us

WR Chess supports children around the world and promotes emerging talent. We see chess not only as a game, but also as a social tool that builds bridges and strengthens communities. Under the leadership of Wadim Rosenstein, WR Chess is passionate about promoting and spreading the game of chess, expanding the chess community and bringing people from all walks of life together at the chessboard.
Our world-class tournaments represent excellence and innovation. WR Chess sets the standard in chess to inspire others and help take the game and the sport to a new level.
Key Initiatives


World Class tournaments all over the globe

Support for Children playing chess worldwide

Support for Bundesliga club Düsseldorfer SK

Growing and connecting the global chess community

Opening Ceremony of the WR Chess Masters 2023 - Highlights

Latest News

Chess wants to conquer Japan, with the best women chess players as ambassadors
Düsseldorf, April 27, 2026 Japan will step onto the global chess stage in June 2026, as Tokyo prepares to host a top-tier...

Wadim Rosenstein is redefining marketing for chess
Düsseldorf, April 24, 2026 For the first time in history, Japan will host a world-level chess competition. The project is...

A Chess Announcement Goes Viral with 22 Million Views
One of the most-viewed sports announcement posts of 2026: How Wadim Rosenstein cracked the Gen Alpha code ...

WR Women’s Chess Tour 2026
WR Chess launches the WR Women’s Chess Tour 2026, a global circuit of four continental tournaments and a Grand Final at...

