FIDE World Championship Match 2026 – Call for Bids
The FIDE World Chess Championship Match is the biggest event in the chess world. It is the final stage of the World Championship cycle and decides the best player on the planet.
The 2026 match will be very special. It will feature reigning World Champion Gukesh D from India and challenger Javokhir Sindarov from Uzbekistan. This match will make history. Both players will be just 20 years old when it begins. It will be the youngest World Championship match ever.
The event is planned to take place from November 23 to December 17, 2026. Now, FIDE has officially opened the bidding process to find a host for this prestigious event.
Key Event Details
- The tournament will last up to 25 days.
- The official rules and regulations will be finalized by July 1, 2026.
- The total estimated budget for the event is $8.5 million USD.
- The minimum prize fund will be $2.5 million USD. FIDE will receive a fee of $1.1 million USD.
- All commercial, sponsorship, and broadcasting payments must be clearly mentioned in the bidding proposals.
- The organizer must respect all rights of FIDE sponsors and partners, including video broadcasting rights.
Bidding Process Explained
Anyone interested in hosting the event must complete the official bidding form.
Applicants must provide a detailed budget. This includes:
- Payments to FIDE
- Sponsorship plans
- Broadcasting rights details
- Revenue distribution between FIDE and organizers
The completed and signed form must be sent by email to office@fide.com. The deadline to submit bids is May 31, 2026 (23:59 Lausanne time). All documents must be submitted in English and include supporting materials. FIDE may extend the deadline if needed.
Final Selection
FIDE may also hold further discussions with applicants to improve their proposals. The final decision will depend on all aspects of the bid. This includes financial strength, organization quality, and contribution to the growth of chess worldwide.
This upcoming World Championship is already creating huge excitement. A historic clash between two young stars is on the horizon. Now, the race is on to decide which city will host this unforgettable event.
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Source: FIDE CHESS NEWS
