Singapore to Host Historic Chess World Championship Match

India's bid to host the World Championship chess match for D Gukesh was bypassed as Singapore won the rights. The event, featuring the youngest Challenger ever, Gukesh, against defending champion Ding Liren, will be held from November 20 to December 15 with a prize money of USD 2.5 million.

After India's attempt to host the World Championship chess match for D Gukesh fell short, Singapore emerged victorious, securing the prestigious event. The forthcoming match will feature the youngest Challenger in history, 17-year-old Gukesh, against reigning champion Ding Liren from China.

The Tamil Nadu government and All India Chess Federation (AICF) presented their bids, but FIDE ultimately selected Singapore. The match, awarding USD 2.5 million in prize money, will take place from November 20 to December 15 this year.

FIDE, the International Chess Federation, lauded Singapore as an iconic global hub and a promising chess center. FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich and CEO Emil Sutovsky expressed excitement for this landmark event, looking forward to potential corporate partnerships to elevate the championship.

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