Olympiad Expo Classic tournament announced
The 45th Chess Olympiad is around the corner, and FIDE, in collaboration with the Hungarian Chess Federation, is pleased to announce the Olympiad Expo Classic, an International Open Chess Tournament that will take place alongside the Olympiad from September 12 to 21, 2024, in Budapest, Hungary. Event Details: Date: 12 – 21 September 2024 Venue: BOK “C” Sports Hall, 1146 Budapest, Dózsa György utca 1 Tournament Type: Swiss system, 9 rounds, standard FIDE rules, computer pairings (Swiss Manager) Time Control: 90 minutes + 30 seconds per move per player Tie-Breaks: Buchholz Cut 1, Buchholz, Berger-Sonneborn, Progressive Schedule: Opening Ceremony: September 12, 2024, at 9:45 AM Rounds: 10:00 AM daily from September 12 to 21, 2024 (except September 17, which is a rest day) Closing Ceremony: September 21, 2024, at 3:30 PM Chief Arbiter: Zsolt Korpics, International Arbiter Registration Details: Fee: Above 2000 ELO: 12,000 HUF (30 EUR) Under 2000 ELO: 16,000 HUF (40 EUR) GM (WGM), IM (WIM) titleholders: Free Deadline: September 8, 2024. Registration on the day available for a surcharge of 3,000 HUF (8 EUR). Registration Form: Click Here Contact: For more information, email tournaments@chess.hu. Prizes: 1st Place: 375 EUR + cup + medal 2nd Place: 300 EUR + medal 3rd Place: 250 EUR + medal 4th Place: 175 EUR 5th Place: 125 EUR Special Prizes: Best Senior, Woman, U2000: 100 EUR each The tournament will take place alongside the prestigious Chess Olympiad, offering participants a unique opportunity to compete in the same venue as the world’s top players. Please note that FIDE regulations regarding electronic devices will be strictly enforced. Players are reminded that any electronic communication devices, including smartwatches, are prohibited in the tournament hall. Join us in Budapest for this exciting event, where top players from around the world will compete in a thrilling and competitive atmosphere. FIDE and the Hungarian Chess Federation look forward to welcoming you to the Olympiad Expo Classic! Olympiad Expo Classic regulations (PDF)
Updated list of Member Federations having right to vote at GA 2024 published
According to the FIDE Electoral Regulations, FIDE is publishing the updated list of Member Federations having right to vote at the General Assembly 2024 together the list of suspended Member Federations. Member Federations having right to vote at the General Assembly 2024 (PDF)
Travel information for World Senior Championships 2024 in Porto Santo, Portugal
The FIDE World Senior Chess Championships 2024 will take place in Porto Santo, Portugal, from November 16 (arrival) to November 29 (departure) 2024. Participants in all categories will share the total amount of 42,500 Euros. The registration deadline is September 16, 2024. The Portuguese Chess Federation constantly updates useful information on how to get to Porto Santo. There are several options for reaching the island: by air or ferry. Find out more about a charter flight from Lisbon to Porto Santo on November 16, returning on November 29. More information is available on the dedicated webpage:worldsenior.fpx.pt/how-to-get-to-porto-santo/ E-mail: worldsenior@fide.com Helpline via WhatsApp: +351937245507 (in English, French, German, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese, and other languages to assist you with information, Visas and travel arrangements) Regulations and invitation letter (PDF)