11/3/2025 – Bringing together veteran masters from across the globe, the World Senior Championships concluded in Gallipoli, Italy, after eleven rounds of classical play. The event attracted a record 467 participants from 67 countries. Victor Mikhalevski, Alexander Reprintsev, Ketevan Arakhamia-Grant and Galina Strutinskaia claimed the world titles, rounding off a memorable edition rich in experience and international spirit. | Photos: FIDE

10/29/2025 – The 33rd FIDE World Senior Championships are underway in Gallipoli, Italy, with a record 467 participants competing across four age-group categories. After seven rounds, the standings remain tightly contested, particularly in the largest section, the 65+ Open. Leading figures such as Victor Mikhalevski and Ketevan Arakhamia-Grant currently top their respective groups, but with four rounds still to play, the battle for the senior world titles remains wide open. | Photos: FIDE