Shockwaves in Goa: Dubov, Shankland, and the day of “giant killers”
The fourth round of the FIDE World Cup in Goa ended with one of the most intense and dramatic tiebreak…
FIDE WORLD CUP
GOA 2025
The FIDE World Cup 2025 takes place on the beautiful shores of Goa, India, from October 30 to November 27. The world’s best chess players compete in a dramatic knock-out format for a share of USD 2,000,000 in prize money — and for one of three coveted spots in the 2026 Candidates Tournament. With every round a win-or-go-home battle, the World Cup delivers immense tension, unforgettable moments, and a celebration of chess set against Goa’s vibrant culture and warm hospitality.
The FIDE World Cup 2025 takes place on the beautiful shores of Goa, India, from October 30 to November 27. The world’s best chess players compete in a dramatic knock-out format for a share of USD 2,000,000 in prize money — and for one of three coveted spots in the 2026 Candidates Tournament. With every round a win-or-go-home battle, the World Cup delivers immense tension, unforgettable moments, and a celebration of chess set against Goa’s vibrant culture and warm hospitality.
