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World Chess Championship 2023: Everything You Need To Know

The 2023 World Chess Championship is one of the most anticipated events in the world of chess. The championship will bring together the best chess players from around the world, who will compete against each other for the coveted title of world chess champion. In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at the schedule, players, prizes, and how to watch the 2023 World Chess Championship.

World Chess Championship: Players

The two players in the tournament will be Ian Nepomniachtchi of Russia and Ding Liren of China after defending champion Mangus Carsel dropped out. Liren has achieved the highest-ever rating for a Chinese chess player and is currently ranked as the world’s third-best player, trailing only Carlsen and Nepomniachtchi with an Elo rating of 2795. Nepomniachtchi has a historical edge over Liren, having won three games, lost two and drawn nine in classical games.

World Chess Championship Schedule:

The full schedule can be found below:

  • April 7: Opening ceremony (2.30 pm GMT/6.30 am PT)
  • April 9: Game 1
  • April 10: Game 2
  • April 11: Rest day
  • April 12: Game 3
  • April 13: Game 4
  • April 14: Rest day
  • April 15: Game 5
  • April 16: Game 6
  • April 17: Rest day
  • April 18: Game 7
  • April 19: Rest day
  • April 20: Game 8
  • April 21: Game 9
  • April 22: Rest day
  • April 23: Game 10
  • April 24: Game 11
  • April 25: Rest day
  • April 26: Game 12
  • April 27: Game 13
  • April 28: Rest day
  • April 29: Game 14
  • April 30: Tie-break or closing ceremony
  • May 1: Closing ceremony if tie-break is played.

How to Watch:

Chess fans from around the world will be able to watch the 2023 World Chess Championship online. The tournament will be broadcast live on various chess streaming platforms and websites, including Chess.com via Twitch, Chess24, and the official website of the World Chess Federation (FIDE).

In conclusion, the 2023 World Chess Championship promises to be an exciting event, with the best chess players from around the world competing against each other for the ultimate prize. With the schedule, players, prizes, and ways to watch, chess fans can look forward to an epic battle for the title of a world chess champion.

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