đ¯ Road to EWC 2026
Multiple pathways to qualify for the Esports World Cup 2026 Chess Championship. Track qualification events, standings, and your favorite players' progress.
đ Qualification Pathways
Titled Tuesday Grand Prix
Weekly 5+0 blitz tournaments every Tuesday. Your best 8 performances across 3 seasonal splits count toward overall standings.
Speed Chess Championship
The premier rapid and blitz championship with $250,000 prize pool. Top 3 finishers earn automatic EWC qualification.
Global Championship
The most prestigious online championship with $250,000 prize pool. Top 3 players secure EWC 2026 spots.
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âšī¸ How Qualification Works
16 total spots available for EWC 2026 Chess Championship
Primary Paths:
- Titled Tuesday GP (Best 8 results)
- Speed Chess Championship (Top 3)
- Global Championship (Top 3)
Final Allocation:
Remaining spots filled from combined CCT (Chess.com Champions Tour) overall leaderboard.