Watch Live Chess Broadcasts

ChessBroadcast.com is a compact companion to ChessTV.com. Use it to discover what’s live, understand broadcast types, and then click through to ChessTV for the actual boards, clocks, and move-by-move coverage.

This page explains how to watch live chess broadcasts, follow live chess streaming, and access real-time tournament boards online.

What you can watch

Live chess broadcasts come in different formats. Here’s a quick map of the most common types.

Tournaments
Classical & Swiss events

Long time control events such as national championships, closed GM tournaments, and norm events. Follow games in real time, track pairings and standings, and replay rounds after they finish.

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Browse live & recent tournaments ↗

Live streaming
Rapid, blitz & online tours

Fast-paced rapid and blitz matches are perfect if you want action-heavy chess broadcasting. Jump in during a round, follow multiple boards, and watch time trouble across the field.

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See current rapid & blitz coverage ↗

Shows & analysis
Second-screen friendly boards

ChessBroadcast doesn’t host commentary, but ChessTV’s board view works perfectly next to YouTube/Twitch streams. Sync positions, switch boards quickly, and review key moments instantly.

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How it works
A simple doorway to live chess

There are many ways to watch chess online, but event URLs can be long, hard to remember, and not great to share. ChessBroadcast.com is built as a lightweight, keyword-friendly overview for people searching things like how to watch live chess broadcasts or watch chess broadcasts.

When you’re ready to actually watch games, you click through to ChessTV.com, where the live boards, clocks, PGN streams, pairings, and round pages are hosted and updated.

In short: ChessBroadcast explains and helps discoveryChessTV runs the live experience.

FAQ: Watching live chess broadcasts

Do you host live boards directly on ChessBroadcast.com?
No. ChessBroadcast is designed for discovery and explanations. When you want the live boards, clocks, and move-by-move updates, you’ll click through to ChessTV.com.
Is it free to watch live chess broadcasts?
Visiting ChessBroadcast.com is free. ChessTV may offer a mix of free and premium features, but following major live boards is designed to be straightforward in a web browser.
Do I need to install an app?
No. You can watch through a modern browser on desktop, laptop, or tablet. No extra software required.
What’s the fastest way to find what’s live right now?
Use the “Watch live on ChessTV” button at the top of this page. It takes you straight to current tournaments and ongoing rounds.
I’m an organizer. Can my event appear here?
Over time, ChessBroadcast may highlight more events and offer paths for organizers to get visibility. Right now, the focus is a clean experience for viewers searching for live chess broadcasts.