Total Chess World Championship Tour10-20 November, 2026

The revolutionary new world championship series of chess, the Total Chess World Championship Tour Pilot event awaits enthusiasts from November 10 to 20, 2026, in Budapest at the Anantara New York Palace Hotel.

Jointly organized by FIDE and Norway Chess, this historic sporting event features 24 of the world's most elite chess grandmasters competing for the ultimate title. The innovative tournament format uniquely combines Fast Classical, Rapid, and Blitz chess disciplines into a single comprehensive championship. Live grandmaster games begin daily at 14:00, accompanied by expert commentary and exclusive on-site side events. Admission requires a ticket with limited spectator capacity.