The Esports World Cup (EWC) is making history by welcoming chess into its 2025 lineup, signaling a bold expansion into strategic and intellectual gaming. Thanks to a multi-year partnership with Chess.com, the world’s most popular online chess platform, the classic game will feature a $1.5 million (~£1.18 million) tournament, marking its debut on the global esports stage in Riyadh. Speaking about the collaboration, Carlsen expressed excitement, calling it “an amazing opportunity to showcase chess to a wide group of esports fans.” Chess will be the first confirmed title for the EWC 2025, with players earning their spots through Chess.com’s Champions Chess Tour (CCT). Platforms like Chess.com have made the game accessible to millions, with tournaments regularly attracting hundreds of thousands of viewers online. As the gaming world eagerly anticipates the Esports World Cup 2025, chess fans have much to celebrate. The Valorant Champions Tour (VCT) Pacific Stage 2 Finals is turning into a historic moment for Southeast Asia. Read more in our articles including "Chess Joins Esports World Cup 2025 with Magnus Carlsen as Ambassador" and "Southeast Asia dominates Valorant Champions Tour Pacific Stage 2 Finals".
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Oct 23, 2025The Esports World Cup (EWC) is making history by welcoming chess into its 2025 lineup, signaling a bold expansion into strategic and intellectual gaming. Thanks to a multi-year partnership with Chess.com, the world’s most popular online chess platform, the classic game will feature a $1.5 million (~£1.18 million) tournament, marking its debut on the global esports stage in Riyadh.
Speaking about the collaboration, Carlsen expressed excitement, calling it “an amazing opportunity to showcase chess to a wide group of esports fans.” Chess will be the first confirmed title for the EWC 2025, with players earning their spots through Chess.com’s Champions Chess Tour (CCT). Platforms like Chess.com have made the game accessible to millions, with tournaments regularly attracting hundreds of thousands of viewers online. As the gaming world eagerly anticipates the Esports World Cup 2025, chess fans have much to celebrate.
Our coverage of Champions Chess Tour 2025 includes: "Chess Joins Esports World Cup 2025 with Magnus Carlsen as Ambassador"; "Southeast Asia dominates Valorant Champions Tour Pacific Stage 2 Finals"; "Top Nintendo Switch Games of September 2017". Each article provides unique insights and information.