Is chess becoming more popular among younger players?

[royjasika]

With online platforms and streaming, chess seems to be gaining momentum. Do you think it’s becoming a mainstream sport?

 

[robertwilliam]

Yes, chess has become significantly more popular among young players, a trend amplified by the 2020 pandemic, the Netflix series The Queen's Gambit, the rise of online platforms like Chess.com, and the increasing accessibility of chess knowledge and resources.

 

[nikhilrajoria]

Yes, thanks to online sites (such as Chess.com), videos (such as YouTube and Twitch streaming), and the Netflix miniseries, “The Queen’s Gambit,” chess is increasingly popular with young people.