The Asian Chess Club Champions League 2025 will gather the strongest chess clubs from across Asia. They will compete for continental glory in a high-level team competition. The event will take place from June 17 to June 26, 2025, in the strategic city of Khanty-Mansiysk, Russia. Organized by the Asian Chess Federation with support from the local Russian hosts, the championship showcases ten elite clubs. These clubs represent FIDE Zones 3.1 through 3.8, along with two host-nominated teams. Clubs will battle on four boards in a prestigious round-robin format for a total prize fund of ₽10,000,000 Roubles.

📅 Event Dates and Schedule

Arrival & Accreditation: June 17, 2025 (15:00–17:30)
Opening Ceremony: June 17, 2025 (18:00)
Tournament Rounds: June 18–24, 2025
Closing Ceremony: June 25, 2025 (17:00)
Departure Day: June 26, 2025

⏰ Round-by-Round Schedule

June 18 – Round 1 (14:00)
June 19 – Round 2 (10:00), Round 3 (15:30)
June 20 – Round 4 (14:00)
June 21 – Round 5 (10:00), Round 6 (15:30)
June 22 – Round 7 (14:00)
June 23 – Round 8 (14:00)
June 24 – Round 9 (11:00)

⏱️ Time Control and Format

Format: Single round-robin among 10 teams (9 rounds total)
Boards: 4 players per team compete in Olympiad format
Time Control: 90 minutes for the entire game with 30-second increment from move one
Default Time: 30 minutes after the start of each round

Each team may field four players per round, with one reserve and one captain (total of six team members).

🏅 Prize Fund and Awards

Total Prize Pool: ₽10,000,000 Roubles

1st Place – ₽2,000,000
2nd Place – ₽1,500,000
3rd Place – ₽1,200,000
4th Place – ₽1,000,000
5th Place – ₽900,000
6th Place – ₽850,000
7th Place – ₽750,000
8th Place – ₽700,000
9th Place – ₽600,000
10th Place – ₽500,000

Organizers will award team cups, medals, plaques, and diplomas. Individual board medals (gold, silver, bronze) will go to top scorers on Boards 1–4 and the reserve. The players must play a minimum number of games to qualify.

📝 Registration and Participation

Eligible teams include club champions from Zones 3.1 to 3.8, plus two teams from the host nation.
Each team consists of 4 players, 1 reserve, and 1 captain.
Zone Presidents must confirm participation and submit team details by May 12, 2025.
The organizers require full lists, FIDE IDs, photos, bios, and visa information by the same deadline.

💳 Payment Information

Entry Fee – $150 per team
Registration Fee – $100 per participant (team member)
Federations must transfer fees to the Asian Chess Federation’s official account before the deadline.

📍 Venue Information

Venue: Championship Hall, Khanty-Mansiysk, Russia
City: Khanty-Mansiysk, renowned for hosting top-tier chess events

Organizers will provide a fully equipped venue with optimal playing and spectator conditions.

✈️ Travel and Accommodation

Arrival Airport: Khanty-Mansiysk Airport or major Russian hubs with connecting flights
Domestic Flights: Organizers will cover travel within Russia for official team members
Accommodation: Double rooms with full board for 4 players, 1 reserve, and 1 captain
Meals: Full board (three meals per day) included from June 17 (noon) to June 26 (noon)

Additional persons pay ₽6,100/day for double rooms or ₽5,100/day for single rooms.

🧑‍💼 Organizer & Contact Information

Main Organizer: Asian Chess Federation
Local Coordinator: Mr. Sergey Tymoshenko
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +7 902 814 2320

🌏 Experience the intensity of continental chess as Asia’s strongest clubs clash for honor and victory in the Asian Chess Club Champions League 2025.

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