FIDE announces regulations for Women's Circuit 2026-2027

2/1/2026 – FIDE has approved the regulations for the Women's Circuit 2026–2027, outlining how ranking points will be awarded and which tournaments qualify toward the series. Covering a two-year period, the circuit broadens the range of eligible events while setting clear rating and participation criteria linked to qualification for the Women's Candidates. Following recent rapid and blitz events, the first leaderboard standings have been established, with several leading players already on the board.