EP 202 | Who Will Win The 2026 FIDE Olympiad?

Jesse, David, and Kostya preview the 2026 Chess Olympiad, breaking down the top contenders, Team USA, dark horses, board orders, and the notable players missing from the event.

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00:00 – Olympiad Predictions

09:00 – The Top Contenders

18:00 – India’s Big Challenge

27:00 – Breaking Down Team USA

36:00 – Dark Horses to Watch

45:00 – Board Order Strategy

55:59 – Why Top Players Are Skipping

1:02:33 – Final Thoughts & Predictions