FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships 2023 to take place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan

The ancient city of Samarkand, Uzbekistan, is set to host the 2023 FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships from December 26 to 30. This five-day tournament will gather the world’s top chess players, vying for the title of the World Champion in Rapid and Blitz across the Open and Women’s categories. | Photo: Ekrem Canli