World Chess Championship

The World Chess Championship is the highest stage of competitive chess, where the greatest players face off to claim the title of World Champion. Recognized as the ultimate test of skill, strategy, and endurance, the championship brings global attention to the intellectual beauty of the game. Overseen by FIDE (Fédération Internationale des Échecs), it showcases battles of logic, creativity, and mental strength that captivate millions of fans worldwide. Legendary champions, from Garry Kasparov to Magnus Carlsen, have demonstrated how chess is both an art and a science. Each championship match is a dramatic display of preparation, calculation, and nerves of steel. More than just a competition, the World Chess Championship symbolizes human intelligence, discipline, and the universal appeal of a game that unites cultures across the globe. background - | Artist: Jean-Henri Marlet | Credit: Dorotheum