Competition, history, and culture
National and youth championships
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U.S. Chess Championship
The premier national tournament that determines the overall chess champion of the United States.
USSR Chess Championship
The Soviet national championship series held from 1920 to 1991 and renowned for the exceptional strength of its fields.
World Junior Chess Championship
The International Chess Federation world championship for players who satisfy the event's under-20 age requirement.
World Youth Chess Championships
The International Chess Federation group of world championships for the under-14, under-16, and under-18 age categories.