Prague Chess Festival Masters 2025: A Grand Chess Spectacle

The chess world is set to witness another exciting edition of the Prague Chess Festival Masters 2025, a 10-player round-robin tournament that promises to deliver intriguing chess games. The event will kick off on February 26, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. ET / 15:00 CET / 7:30 p.m. IST, making it one of the competitions filled with highly talented chess grandmasters for the start of the year.

Tournament Format

The Prague Chess Festival Masters 2025 will feature a 10-player round-robin format, ensuring that each participant faces each other in a battle of strategic thinking, precision, and tactical thinking. The time control for the games is set at 90 minutes for the first 40 moves, followed by an additional 30 minutes for the remainder of the game, with a 30-second increment per move starting from move one. This format ensures a balance between deep calculation and dynamic play, keeping fans thrilled on the edge of their seats.

Grandmaster Participants

• GM Wei Yi
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• GM Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu
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• GM Liem Le
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• GM Vincent Keymer
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• GM Aravindh Chithambaram
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• GM Anish Giri
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• GM David Navara
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• GM Sam Shankland
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• GM Thai Dai Van Nguyen
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• GM Ediz Gurel
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Venue

The tournament will be held at the luxurious Don Giovanni Hotel in Prague, Czech Republic. Known for its elegant ambiance and world-class facilities, the Don Giovanni Hotel provides the perfect atmosphere for this elite chess event. Prague, with its rich history and cultural heritage, adds to the festival's charm, making it a must-attend event for chess grandmasters and lovers.

Schedule

A detailed schedule for the Prague Chess Festival Masters 2025 will be released closer to the event date, ensuring that fans can plan their viewing experience accordingly. With games starting at 9:00 a.m. ET / 15:00 CET / 7:30 p.m. IST, the tournament will cater to a large audience, allowing chess fans from different time zones to follow the action live.

What to Expect

The Prague Chess Festival Masters has established itself as one of the most anticipated events on the chess calendar, attracting top grandmasters and rising stars. The 2025 edition is expected to continue this tradition, with a lineup of players who will undoubtedly deliver memorable games and fierce competition. Whether you're a seasoned chess player or a casual fan, this tournament promises to be full of strategic brilliance and tactical mastery.

Stay tuned for more updates on the player lineup, schedule, and game reviews.