The FIDE World Amateur Chess Championship 2026 commenced in Klang, Malaysia on November 5. The event attracted 392 players competing across three rating sections: Under-2300, Under-2000 and Under-1700. Each section features separate Open and Women’s 9-round Swiss tournaments with classical time control. A number of disabled players from the host nation’s par
Crown Prince of Selangor opens FIDE World Amateur Chess Championships in Klang, Malaysia
The FIDE World Amateur Chess Championship 2026 commenced in Klang, Malaysia on November 5. The event attracted 392 players competing across three rating sections: Under-2300, Under-2000 and Under-1700. Each section features separate Open and Women’s 9-round Swiss tournaments with classical time control. A number of disabled players from the host nation’s par