Big changes in Chess World Cup! FIDE approves new format for 2027

FIDE has approved a caller format for the 2027 World Cup and Women's World Cup, reducing the events from 27 to 19 days by introducing a Swiss qualification signifier earlier the knockout rounds. Both tournaments volition diagnostic much players, expanded qualification pathways and a combined prize money of USD 3.3 million, making the competitions much inclusive and rewarding.