Press Conference
Gunina leads among Women as four players share first place in the Open
Gunina leads among Women as four players share first place in the Open The first day of the World Rapid Сhess Сhampionship ended with four leaders in the Open section and Valentina Gunina leading alone in the Women’s tournament The World Rapid Chess Championship kicked off in Almaty today at 3 PM local time. As […]
Carlsen on ambitions in Almaty and the greatest lesson learnt from chess
Carlsen on ambitions in Almaty and the greatest lesson learnt from chess In the first press conference of the World Rapid and Blitz, World Champion Magnus Carlsen and FIDE president Arkady Dvorkovich answered a broad set of questions from the media The first press conference of the World Rapid and Blitz chess championships was held […]
“Welcome to Kazakhstan”: The World Rapid and Blitz Championships officially opened in Almaty
“Welcome to Kazakhstan”: The World Rapid and Blitz Championships officially opened in Almaty The World Rapid and Blitz Championships were officially opened in Almaty on the 25th December. In a 90-minute long ceremony, the hosts put on a spectacle which celebrated chess and promoted the culture and distinctiveness of Kazakhstan The Baluan Sholak Sports Palace […]
The World Rapid and Blitz 2022 winter wonderland: It’s about to get hot in Almaty
The World Rapid and Blitz 2022 winter wonderland: It’s about to get hot in Almaty The 2022 World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships take place in Almaty (Kazakhstan) from December 25-30 By Press Officer Milan Dinic Traditionally, this time of year, the chess world comes together to loosen up and decide who the […]
Useful information for players
Useful information for players Dear players, Please find below important and useful information related to the event. Airport Once you collect your luggage in Almaty airport, please approach the volunteers at the FIDE World R&B Championships information desk – they will accompany you to your vehicle. The information desk is located right by the exit […]
FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2022 Press Conference: All set in Almaty
FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2022 Press Conference: All set in Almaty The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championship is due to start on December 25th in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Eleven days before the opening ceremony, a press conference has been held in the host country. Speakers at the press conference were FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich […]
Preliminary lists of participants published
Preliminary lists of participants published The preliminary lists of participants of the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championship and the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championship have been published. The events will be held from December 25-31 in Almaty, Kazakhstan. 149 players will compete in the open tournaments, and there will be 93 participants in […]
FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2022: Registration deadline extended
FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championships 2022: Registration deadline extended IMPORTANT UPDATE: The registration deadline is extended to December 12, 2022 12:00 CET. The FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championship will take place in Almaty, Kazakhstan, from December 25-31 at the Baluan Sholak Sports Palace, the arena that has hosted many international sports competitions as […]
Almaty to host FIDE Rapid & Blitz Championships 2022
Almaty to host FIDE Rapid & Blitz Championships 2022 FIDE is happy to confirm the dates and the venue for the World Rapid and Blitz Championships 2022. The prestigious event will take place in Almaty, Kazakhstan‘s largest metropolis, set in the foothills of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains. The championship will be played on its traditional dates, between […]
