This prestigious annual chess championship is one of the most prestigious events in the region, drawing top players from around the world to compete for the prestigious title.
This prestigious annual chess championship is one of the most prestigious events in the region, drawing top players from around the world to compete for the prestigious title.
The Chess House Academy In Kuwait is the Famous places that held many rated tournaments for many years, celebrating the rich history and tradition of chess in the region. It attracts the best players who come to showcase their skills and vie for the coveted championship title.
This year will conduct 6 rated Tournaments in the Chess Festival wich will be held From 5 to 13 January 2025 (9 Days ).
28th August to 05th September
Rounds: 10
Time Control: 90 Min + 30 Sec 30 minutes tolerance will be applied.
1.1 Grand Masters Tournament: Open to all Fide rated players with standard rating of 1900 ELO and above “Exception for all Kuwait Players and GCC Players” (as of 1st August 2024).
Prizes Fund: 3000 KWD
28th August to 05th September
Rounds: 9
Time Control: 60 Min + 30 Sec
Increment from Move No.1
1.2 Challengers Open Tournament: Open to all players with FIDE ID.
Prizes Fund: 600 KWD
3rd September & 4th September
Rounds: 10
Time Control: 10 min + 03 sec
Increment from Move No.1.
Open to all Player with FIDE ID.
Prizes Fund: 170 KWD
1st September & 2nd September
Rounds: 10
Time Control: 25 Mins + 05 Sec
(Bronstein Mode will be followed – Delay Mode)
Open to all Players with Age Stipulation born on or after 01.01.2006.
Prizes Fund: 160 KWD
05th September
Rounds: 9
Time Control: 03 Min + 02 Sec
Increment from Move No.1.
Open to all Player with FIDE ID.
Prizes Fund: 170 KWD
From 5th to 13th Jan
From 5th to 13th Jan
From 5th to 13th Jan
From 5th to 13th Jan
11th Jan
13th Jan 2025 - 8:00 PM