Published: 1 November 2025FIDESports
FIDE World Chess Cup 2025 Opens in Goa; Trophy Named After Viswanathan Anand
The FIDE World Chess Cup 2025 opened in North Goa on October 31, 2025, with the tournament trophy permanently named the Viswanathan Anand Cup in honour of India's five-time World Champion. Made of brass and coated with gold, the trophy was unveiled at the opening ceremony by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and Goa CM Pramod Sawant.
The knockout tournament features 206 players from 82 countries competing for a $2 million prize purse and three Candidates 2026 spots. The event runs from October 31 to November 27. Uzbekistan's Javokhir Sindarov eventually won the tournament and was presented with the inaugural Viswanathan Anand Trophy.
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Q: FIDE World Chess Cup 2025 opened in Goa with the trophy named after Viswanathan Anand. Discuss India's rising chess stature and soft-power gains from hosting marquee events.
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FIDE World Chess Cup 2025 opened in North Goa on 31 October 2025, with the permanent trophy named the Viswanathan Anand Cup, honouring India's five-time World Champion. A knockout of 206 players from 82 countries competed for a two million dollar purse and three Candidates 2026 spots, amplifying India's chess soft-power.
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The FIDE World Chess Cup 2025 trophy was permanently named after which Indian chess legend?
Explanation · Correct answer BThe FIDE World Chess Cup trophy was permanently named the Viswanathan Anand Cup in honour of India's five-time World Champion. Made of brass and coated with gold.
