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Indian Express
13-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
FIDE World Cup 2025 could be moved from New Delhi to Goa
The highly anticipated 2025 FIDE World Cup, originally scheduled to be held in New Delhi, may be relocated from the national capital to Goa, The Indian Express has learned. 'The talks are ongoing. While I can't confirm anything at the moment, yes, Goa is the frontrunner to host the World Cup,' Mahesh Candolkar, president of the Goa Chess Association, told this newspaper. The Delhi Chess Association, however, claims to have no information about this change. 'Normally, the All India Chess Federation (AICF) doesn't organise events directly but through state associations. The Delhi Chess Association hasn't been informed about any such development (relocation of the tournament),' said Bharat Singh Chauhan, former AICF secretary and current Delhi Chess Association president. When asked about standard notification timelines regarding the potential relocation of the event, Chauhan added: 'For an international event of this scale, state associations are typically informed six to seven months in advance (if it is to be relocated). We haven't received any communication.' The AICF did not respond to queries regarding the potential change of venue. An email accessed by The Indian Express reveals that the Sports Authority of India (SAI) has also sanctioned Rs. 2.5 Crore to AICF on May 8th 2025, for the purpose of 'hosting of FIDE World Cup to be held in Delhi from 30th Oct to 27th November 2025'. While the exact reasons for the venue change remain unclear, sources close to the chess governing body suggest internal conflicts may be responsible, with potential government intervention to dissolve the current administration and call for fresh elections. Earlier, the AICF General Body, following the National Sports Code, unanimously elected the new set of office bearers for the 2024-27 term in New Delhi in March 2024. New Delhi was initially set to host India's first major international chess tournament since the 2022 Chennai Olympiad, with two AICF officials confirming in March that the biennial tournament, one of the flagship events in global chess, would likely be held at either Bharat Mandapam or Yashobhoomi. If the national capital loses the World Cup, it would be the second potential relocation for a major chess event in India. The Indian Express recently reported that the fourth leg of the 2025 Freestyle Chess Grand Slam tour, also scheduled to be held in New Delhi from September 17 to 24, could be moved to another venue outside India because of a lack of interest from local sponsors. A prestigious biennial knockout tournament, the FIDE World Cup features over 200 players and is one of the most important events for the World Championship cycle, with three out of the eight spots for the Candidates' tournament at stake. The winner of the marquee Candidates tournament will get to challenge the current World Champion, India's D. Gukesh, in 2026.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Delhi GM Open offers prize purse of Rs 1.21 crore
The 21st Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament will be held here from June 7-14 with participation of over 2,500 players from more than 15 countries and a prize purse of Rs 1.21 crore. Organised by the Delhi Chess Association (DCA), the tournament will feature 20 Grandmasters in action across three rating-based sections. Held under the aegis of the All India Chess Federation (AICF), the Delhi GM Open is Asia's largest classical-format chess event. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo Bharat Singh Chauhan, President, DCA, said: "For two decades, the Delhi GM Open has helped build the foundation of Indian chess . This is where young talent gets tested, where norms are earned, and where future Grandmasters cut their teeth." This year's prize pool reflects a significant increase over last year, with Rs 51 lakh allocated for Category A (open to rated players), and Rs 35 lakh each for Categories B and C (U-1900 and U-1700, respectively). Live Events All categories will follow the FIDE Swiss System with 10 rounds per section.
News18
17-05-2025
- Sport
- News18
Delhi International Open Grandmasters Chess Tournament To Begin June 7
Last Updated: Over 2,500 players from 15+ countries, including 20 Grandmasters, will compete in the 21st Delhi International Open Chess Tournament from June 7-14, with a Rs 1.21 crore prize pool Over 2,500 players from more than 15 countries, including 20 Grandmasters, will compete across three rating-based categories in the 21st edition of the , scheduled to be held here from June 7 to 14. Organised by the Delhi Chess Association under the aegis of the All India Chess Federation, the tournament features a record prize pool of Rs 1.21 crore and is a marquee event on the FIDE World Championship Circuit. Category A, open to all internationally-rated players, carries a prize purse of Rs 51 lakh. Categories B and C, for players rated below 1900 and 1700, respectively, will offer Rs 35 lakh each. All matches will be played in accordance with FIDE rules under the Swiss System format, with 10 rounds in each section. 'Over the past two decades, the Delhi GM Open hasn't just kept pace with the rise of chess in India, but has helped drive it," Delhi Chess Association President Bharat Singh Chauhan said in a release. advetisement 'We've seen the sport move from the margins to the mainstream, and this tournament reflects that shift in every sense, from the scale of participation to the depth of competition and the infrastructure supporting it. 'With every edition, we're strengthening the foundations for a sustainable, high-performance chess culture in the country." Category A matches will use classical time control — 90 minutes plus a 30-second increment from move one. The top three finishers will receive Rs 7,00,000, Rs 6,00,000, and Rs 5,00,000 respectively, while all top ten players will be awarded Rs 1,00,000 or more. Special prizes of Rs 1,00,000 each will be awarded to the Best Female Player and Best Foreign Player in Category A. Category B games will follow a 60-minute plus 30-second time format, while Category C will have a 30-minute plus 30-second format. The Delhi GM Open, which has played a pivotal role in shaping the careers of several Indian chess stars — including former winners Arjun Erigaisi, Aravindh Chithambaram, R Praggnanandhaa and reigning World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju — has grown into the largest classical-format chess tournament in Asia by participation. Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: May 17, 2025, 12:15 IST
