Singapore to Host World Chess Championship 2024: Ding Liren vs. Gukesh Showdown
FIDE World Chess Championship | photo: FIDE
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Date : Nov 29 - Dec 15, 2024 |
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Ding Liren - China |
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Gukesh - India |
The 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship match is set to be a thrilling encounter between the reigning World Champion, Ding Liren from China, and his challenger, the young Indian Grandmaster Gukesh Dommaraju. The match will take place in Singapore, from November 20 to December 15, and features a prize fund of $2.5 million USD.
Why Singapore for the World Chess Championship?
Singapore was chosen as the host for the 2024 championship due to its excellent infrastructure, vibrant chess community, and strategic location, making it an ideal venue for such a prestigious event. The city’s rich cultural diversity and world-class facilities will provide an engaging and comfortable environment for both players and fans. Some upcoming chess events and tournaments in Singapore.
Format and Rules
The world chess championship match typically consists of a series of classical games, each lasting several hours, where players compete for points. The first player to reach a set number of points or wins the match and the title. In the event of a tie, a series of rapid and blitz games may be played to determine the winner.
- Time Controls: Classical games often have time controls that allow for deep, strategic play, with each player given several hours to make their moves.
- Tiebreaks: If the match is tied, faster-paced games, such as rapid and blitz, are used to decide the winner, adding a dramatic finish to the competition.
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