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India to Host Global Chess League Season 4
8 May
Summary
- Global Chess League Season 4 will be hosted in India.
- The league emphasizes rapid-fire matches and mixed-gender teams.
- India's chess passion makes it a natural destination for the event.
India has been selected as the host nation for the fourth season of the Global Chess League (GCL). Organizers are yet to reveal the specific host city for the upcoming season.
The league, a collaboration between Tech Mahindra and FIDE, is known for its innovative format. It promotes chess as a spectator sport by emphasizing rapid-fire matches, mixed-gender teams, and intense competition.
Gourav Rakshit, commissioner of the GCL, stated that India's fervent passion for chess and its expanding chess community make it an ideal location. FIDE president Arkady Dvorkovich added that the GCL has brought a fresh dynamic to the sport through its blend of top-tier competition and accessible team format.
The third season of the Global Chess League took place in Mumbai last December. Alpine SG Pipers were crowned champions of that edition. Season 4 is expected to once again feature a team-based format with the world's best players.
