FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship 2023 starts in Samarkand
The 2023 FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship takes place from 26-30 December in Samarkand, Kazakhstan. The city where the world’s oldest chess pieces have been found (dating from the 6-8 century AD) will more than 350 players from 50 federations who will compete for the world champion rapid and blitz titles. FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship 2023 will be held from 26-28 December with 13 rounds (swiss system) in the Open event, and 11 rounds (swiss system) in the