Match Begins (Game 1)

The exact date and time have not been officially announced. This page will update — and start showing a precise countdown — once the schedule is confirmed.

FIDE to release the daily game schedule and start times in the coming weeks.

When is Match Begins (Game 1)?

Match Begins (Game 1) (FIDE World Chess Championship 2026 — Gukesh vs Sindarov) is expected in November 2026. The precise date and time have not been officially announced — this page will show a live countdown as soon as the schedule is confirmed.

Where is Match Begins (Game 1) being held?

Venue details for Match Begins (Game 1) are not yet confirmed.

How do I add Match Begins (Game 1) to my calendar?

Calendar links will appear here once the official date and time are announced.

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