Chess Confirmed for 2027 Esports World Cup in Riyadh
Chess has been confirmed for the 2027 Esports World Cup in Riyadh. Magnus Carlsen is the only player currently guaranteed a place as defending champion after winning the 2025 and 2026 editions. Twelve additional spots will be awarded through the revamped Champions Chess Tour leaderboard, which combines Titled Tuesday, Speed Chess Championship and Chess.com Open results. Dates, prize fund and the full tournament format have not yet been announced.
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