Full Day VODs – Day 6

The FIDE Candidates Tournament 2026 represents the pinnacle of competitive chess, serving as the final gateway to determine the challenger for the World Chess Championship title. Held in [Location], this double round-robin event features eight of the world’s elite grandmasters competing over three grueling weeks of classical play.

The field is comprised of qualifiers from the FIDE World Cup, the Grand Swiss, and the previous championship runner-up, ensuring that only the most consistent performers on the global circuit are present. With a total prize fund of €500,000 and the prestigious right to challenge the reigning World Champion on the line, every move is calculated under immense pressure.

Tournament Format:

• Type: Double Round Robin (Players face each other twice, once with white and once with black).

• Time Control: 120 minutes for the first 40 moves, followed by 60 minutes for the next 20, and then 15 minutes for the rest of the game.

• Tie-breaks: Rapid and Blitz playoffs if players remain level after 14 rounds.

This collection of VODs captures the full broadcast, including expert grandmaster analysis and player reactions. Our coverage is designed to be entirely spoiler-free, allowing fans to experience the tension of the matches at their own pace without knowing the standings or results in advance.