
Peter Svidler is one of the most accomplished chess grandmasters of his generation. He competed in three World Championship tournaments and three Candidates Tournaments, with his best result being a third-place finish in 2013. He has represented Russia at the Chess Olympiad ten times, winning five team gold medals, two team silvers, and an individual bronze.
This time, Peter Svidler will turn his sharp eye to the just-concluded 2026 FIDE Candidates Tournament, which produced one of the most dramatic events in recent chess history.
Svidler will break down the key moments, critical decisions, and opening battles that defined the tournament, bringing his trademark depth, wit, and clarity to the analysis. Attendees will also have a unique chance to participate in an interactive Q&A session.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to enhance your chess understanding with insights from a true chess legend and get an expert's take on the tournament that will shape the future of the World Championship. Mark your calendar:
April 26th, 2026, 17:00 CET - Live at KCF Academy.
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Embark on a complete chess training journey with KCF Academy, guided by an elite team of international Grandmasters and various guest stars, along with Garry Kasparov: Fabiano Caruana, Veselin Topalov, Levon Aronian, Peter Svidler, and many other surprise star guests. The 2026 season is the most comprehensive yet, featuring weekly workshops, four progressive training levels, and a dedicated Expert Group designed for advanced players (2200+ FIDE or Level 4 graduates).
As a member of the KCF Academy, you’ll join a global chess community, train with some of the best minds in the game, and gain exclusive benefits for our flagship in-person event - the Kasparov Chess Foundation Friendship Festival in Slovenia (June 25 - July 5, 2026), where students, trainers, and chess enthusiasts from around the world come together.
Join special Saturday Academy lessons, designed for four skill levels and built on the legendary Botvinnik School training system. Unlike many modern programs, this approach preserves the timeless, systematic teaching of classical chess principles.
The Botvinnik School shaped nearly all the great champions of the 20th century, including Karpov, Kasparov, Yusupov, Beliavsky, Shirov, and many other grandmasters. Now, you can train in that same world-class tradition and meet chess stars online!
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