The Grand Swiss 2025 tournament, one of the most prestigious international chess competitions, is about to begin in Samarkand from September 3rd to 15th. This prestigious tournament is an important event not only for domestic but also for world chess players.
The Grand Swiss 2025 competition will be organized according to the Swiss system for 11 rounds. Strong grandmasters, who occupy high places in the world chess rankings, will take part in it. The list also includes chess players invited on the recommendation of the FIDE president and winners of international competitions, that is, the competition is not only a competitive arena, but also an arena of strategic tactics.
The main goal of this tournament is to select four of the strongest chess players from the TOP-100 of the world ranking, including 2 men and 2 women, for the "Tournament of Applicants" to win the world chess crown. This further enhances the international significance and strategic importance of the competition.
About 160 leading and experienced chess players are expected to participate in this tournament, which will be held in Samarkand. The total prize fund of the tournament is 855,000 US dollars, which creates even more incentives and interest for the participants.
This offensive and intriguing chess tournament in the city is attracting the attention of not only local fans but also the international community.
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