Esports Nations Cup
Chess added to Esports Nations Cup 2026 lineup
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The Esports World Cup Foundation has announced the inclusion of chess as one of 16 titles in the inaugural Esports Nations Cup 2026, set for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from November 2 to 29. The chess event will feature 128 players in a nation-based format, running from November 2 to 8. This marks a further integration of chess into the esports ecosystem following its debut at the 2025 Esports World Cup.
Several prominent chess players have secured spots in the finals of the inaugural Esports Nations Cup. The event is scheduled for Riyadh in November. Regional qualifiers concluded earlier this month.
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The Esports Foundation has detailed how chess players can qualify for the inaugural Esports Nations Cup. The event will feature national representatives competing in Riyadh.