Exciting Details of the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2024 in Toronto, Canada

The FIDE Candidates Tournament 2024 is set to make history in Toronto, Canada, as it will be the first time this prestigious event is held in North America. Taking place from April 3 to 23, 2024, the tournament will feature top chess players competing for a chance to challenge the World Champion for the title.

What makes the 2024 edition even more special is that the FIDE Candidates and FIDE Women’s Candidates tournaments will be organized together under one roof on the same dates. This unique setup promises an exciting and intense competition as players battle it out for a share of the prize funds totaling €750,000.

Among the participants are seasoned players like Fabiano Caruana and Hikaru Nakamura, as well as young talents like Praggnanandhaa and Gukesh. The women’s event also features top-rated players like Aleksandra Goryachkina and Lei Tingjie, setting the stage for thrilling matchups and fierce competition.

However, the road to the tournament was not without its challenges. Visa delays threatened to derail the event, but a collective effort from FIDE, the Chess Federation of Canada, and the Local Organizing Committee, along with support from the Canadian government and the global chess community, ensured that all players received their visas in time for the tournament.

The opening ceremony on April 3 will kick off the tournament, with the first round starting on April 4. Fans can expect high-level chess, intense rivalries, and memorable moments as the players vie for a chance to challenge the World Champion. With a lineup of exciting events and activities planned alongside the tournament, the FIDE Candidates Tournament 2024 promises to be an unforgettable chess festival for enthusiasts in Toronto and beyond.