| Key Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | FIDE World Cup 2025 |
| Host Country | India |
| Host State | Goa |
| Dates | October 30 to November 27, 2025 |
| Organizer | International Chess Federation (FIDE) |
| Participants | 206 top players from over 90 countries |
| Prize Pool | $2 million |
| Qualification Spots | 3 spots in the 2026 Candidates Tournament |
| Tournament Format | Eight-round knockout structure with two classical games per match; rapid and blitz tie-breakers if needed |
| Top 50 Seeds | Receive byes into the second round |
| Venue Selection | Goa chosen for its scenic beauty, infrastructure, tourism appeal, and global chess significance |
| Expected Impact | Boost sports tourism, attract thousands of fans, and highlight India's chess potential |
| India's Recent Achievements | D Gukesh: Youngest-ever World Chess Champion; National teams won Chess Olympiad 2024; Divya Deshmukh: Women's World Cup 2024; India ranks among top global chess powers |
| Comment | AICF President Nitin Narang: Called it a "milestone for Indian chess" |
Workflow
Login
Contact Counsellor