The World Chess Championship match between D. Gukesh and Javokhir Sindarov will take place in Geneva from November 25 to December 15, 2026. Both players are 20 years old, marking a historic moment in chess history.
Geneva, Switzerland, is set to host the 2026 FIDE World Chess Championship match between reigning champion D. Gukesh and challenger Javokhir Sindarov from November 25 to December 15. At just 20 years old, both players will make history as the youngest competitors for the world title. Gukesh, who secured his championship by defeating Ding Liren in Singapore, will defend his title against Sindarov, who earned his spot by winning the Candidates Tournament. This match is highly anticipated in the chess community, promising to showcase the talents of two of the game's brightest young stars.