Anna Muzychuk Returns to Defend Title at Norway Chess Women 2026

• Anna Muzychuk, the reigning champion of Norway Chess Women, will return in 2026 to defend her title, aiming for a second consecutive victory.
• Muzychuk has been a prominent figure since the tournament's inception in 2024, finishing runner-up in 2024 and winning in 2025.
• A three-time world champion in fast chess, she holds titles in Women’s World Rapid Championship (2016) and Women’s World Blitz Championship (2014, 2016).
• Muzychuk is one of only six women in chess history to achieve a 2600 rating and a Women’s World Championship finalist.
• Norway Chess Women, launched in 2024, is the world’s first fully equal super tournament for women in chess, promoting gender equality in the sport.

Why It Matters: Anna Muzychuk aims for a second consecutive victory at Norway Chess Women 2026, solidifying her legacy.