The upcoming 2024 edition of the FIDE World Chess Championship Match is set to determine the next two-year world champion, with current champion Ding Liren from China facing off against Gukesh D, the youngest challenger in chess history. This prestigious event is a key part of the FIDE World Championship Cycle and will take place between November 20 and December 15, 2024.
Interested applicants must submit a bidding form detailing their budget breakdown and payment proposals to FIDE by May 31, 2024. The regulations for the event must be approved by July 1, 2024, with a maximum duration of up to 25 days. A minimum required budget of 8,500,000 USD and a minimum prize fund of 2,500,000 USD are necessary for hosting this event.
FIDE reserves the right to extend the deadline if necessary and may enter into additional negotiations to improve or modify the bid. The final decision by FIDE will be based on all proposed conditions and the interests of chess development.