6/7/2025 – The 2025 FIDE Grand Swiss and Women's Grand Swiss will take place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from 3 to 16 September. With 170 players set to compete in the 11-round Swiss events, the tournaments serve as key qualifiers for the 2026 Candidates and Women’s Candidates. An increased prize fund - $625,000 for the Open and $230,000 for the Women's event - adds further significance to one of the most important competitions in the chess calendar.

2/8/2025 – The 2025 FIDE Grand Swiss and Women's Grand Swiss will take place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from 3 to 15 September, marking the first time the event is hosted in the country. With a growing chess presence and past successes in global tournaments, Uzbekistan continues to establish itself as a major hub for the game. The tournament will offer direct qualification spots for the 2026 Candidates and an increased prize fund of at least 30%.