World Rapid, Blitz Chess Cup Qatar 2025 kicks off in Doha
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Doha:The competitions of the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Cup Qatar 2025 officially got underway today at Qatar University s Sports and Events Complex,...
Doha: The competitions of the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Cup Qatar 2025 officially got underway today at Qatar University's Sports and Events Complex, where the tournament will continue until December 30.
The championship brings together the world's elite chess players to compete for four titles in rapid and blitz chess, across both the open and women's categories.
A total of 251 players are competing in the men's rapid chess event, while 254 players are participating in the men's blitz chess competition. The women's events feature 142 players, including reigning world champions, leading rapid and blitz specialists, and top contenders representing national federations from around the globe.
The opening ceremony featured several segments, including a traditional Qatari Ardah performance and a theatrical presentation, attended by a number of officials from the International Chess Federation (FIDE).
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