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Qualification paths for the FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship 2027

2/2/2026 – Following the recent announcement of the cooperation agreement between FIDE and Freestyle Chess, the International Chess Federation has now published the qualification paths for the FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship 2027. The 2027 Championship will feature a compact field of eight players who will secure a seat in a cycle of events that will span from April 2026 to January 2027, featuring both online and over-the-board tournaments.

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Qualification paths for the FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship 2027

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