FIDE WORLD RAPID AND BLITZ CHAMPIONSHIPS COME TO WALL STREET IN NEW YORK CITY
New York City, December 22 - The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has announced that it will host the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships in New York City this year, marking a significant milestone for chess enthusiasts worldwide. The event, which takes place from December 26 to 31, promises to be an exciting finale to a year filled with chess celebrations, including the International Chess Federation's centenary and the 45th Chess Olympiad.
The championships will feature top Grandmasters from around the globe, competing in both the Open and Women's categories. The event is sponsored by NASDAQ-listed Freedom Holding and will take place at renowned venues in New York City.
Among the notable players vying for the championship titles are current World Champion Magnus Carlsen, as well as world number two Fabiano Caruana and number three Hikaru Nakamura. These top-ranked Grandmasters will face off against a talented field of challengers, including former World Championship contenders and Blitz and Rapid Championship winners.
In addition to the prestigious tournament, viewers worldwide can catch up on all the action through live streaming on various platforms.
The championships are expected to draw millions of chess enthusiasts worldwide, making it one of the most-watched elite chess events in history. Don't miss out on this spectacular event!
Event Schedule:
- December 26-29: FIDE World Rapid Championships (13 rounds)
- December 30-31: FIDE World Blitz Championships (7 rounds each day)
Prize Fund: $1,499,000
Venues: Cipriani Wall Street and 48 Wall Street in New York City
Streaming Platforms: Live streaming available on various platforms