Updates to FIDE Circuit 2025 Regulations: Creating a More Competitive Environment
FIDE Announces Changes to FIDE Circuit 2025 Regulations for More Competitive Environment
In a recent press release, FIDE has announced several changes to the FIDE Circuit 2025 Regulations based on feedback from the 2024 Circuit. These changes are aimed at creating a more competitive environment for all participants and ensuring that players are fairly rewarded for their performance in high-quality tournaments.
One of the key proposed updates is the changes to the number of players eligible for Circuit points in round-robin tournaments. For tournaments with fewer than 10 participants, points will still be awarded to the top 3 finishers. In round-robin tournaments with 10–12 participants, points will be awarded to the top 4 finishers, and for tournaments with more than 12 participants, the top 5 finishers will receive points. This change aims to better reflect the value of longer tournaments by awarding points to more players.
Another significant change is the eligibility of double round-robin super tournaments. Double round-robin tournaments with at least 6 participants and an average rating of 2700 Elo points will now be eligible for Circuit points. This change acknowledges the importance of prestigious super tournaments, which often feature top-level players and are key events in the FIDE calendar.
Additionally, there will be a reduction of points for tournaments with multiple rounds in one day. Tournaments with two rounds in one day will have a reduced total of Circuit points. This change is intended to reduce points for shorter tournaments, where the compressed schedule might not reflect the same level of effort as longer events.
The final version of the FIDE Circuit 2025 Regulations is expected to be approved by the FIDE Council in the coming days and published by December 31, 2024. These changes are designed to create a more balanced and competitive system for awarding FIDE Circuit points, ensuring that players are fairly rewarded for their performance in high-quality tournaments.