FIDE has approved a new format for the 2027 World Cup and Women’s World Cup, reducing the events from 27 to 19 days by introducing a Swiss qualification stage before the knockout rounds. Both tournaments will feature more players, expanded qualification pathways and a combined prize fund of USD 3.3 million, making the competitions more inclusive and rewarding. FIDE has approved a new format for the 2027 World Cup and Women’s World Cup, reducing the events from 27 to 19 days by introducing a Swiss qualification stage before the knockout rounds. Both tournaments will feature more players, expanded qualification pathways and a combined prize fund of USD 3.3 million, making the competitions more inclusive and rewarding.
