World Rapid and Blitz Championship 2025 in Doha
FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championship 2025 Returns to Doha: Everything You Need to Know
As the year comes to an end, the chess world holds its breath in anticipation of the fastest and most thrilling event of the season. This December, Doha once again hosts the FIDE World Rapid & Blitz Championship — a tournament that unites top grandmasters, spectacular games, and intense battles for prestigious world titles.
Five days of dynamic chess, more than a thousand participants, and over €1,000,000 in prize money — all this turns the championship into a true sporting spectacle, open for live attendance at the Qatar University Sports & Events Complex.
And most importantly — tickets are already on sale.
⭐ Why This Championship Is the Event of the Year
Returning to Doha after nine years means much more than just a change of venue. Qatar is rapidly strengthening its position as a key hub for global sports events, and chess has now become an essential part of this ambitious strategy.
The tournament includes:
- Open Rapid and Blitz competitions
- Women’s tournaments
- Four world titles
- Year-end finale with the world’s top grandmasters
Every day brings new sensations, lightning-fast turnarounds, and tension until the very last move.
🎟 Ticket Types: How to Choose the Perfect Format
The organizers offer four main ticket categories — from individual rounds to full-event passes. This lets spectators choose exactly how they want to experience the championship: see a favorite player, follow the finals, or attend every day of the event.
1. Rapid Tickets
🎯 Individual Rounds
Perfect if you want to catch a specific moment or watch your favorite player in action.
- 25 QAR — Rounds 1–12
- 40 QAR — Round 13
🎯 Day Passes
The best choice for fully immersing yourself in a full day of rapid chess.
- 50 QAR — December 26
- 50 QAR — December 27
- 70 QAR — December 28
🎯 Full Rapid Day Pass
- 100 QAR
2. Blitz Tickets
⚡ Half-Day Passes
Blitz is pure tactical fireworks — and half-day passes are ideal for following the action as it unfolds at top speed.
- 35 QAR — Rounds 1–6
- 35 QAR — Rounds 7–13
- 35 QAR — Rounds 14–19
- 65 QAR — Final & Closing Ceremony
⚡ Day Passes
- 50 QAR — December 29
- 80 QAR — December 30
⚡ Full Blitz Pass
- 100 QAR
🎫 Full Tournament Pass
- 160 QAR
Access to all rounds of both Rapid and Blitz — the best option for true fans.
👑 VIP Tickets
Special VIP packages will be announced later. They will include:
- Premium seating
- Exclusive areas
- Additional privileges
Updates will appear on the official tournament website.
📌 Where to Buy Tickets
Tickets are already available at special early-bird prices:
👉 snoonu.com/scity/events/competitions/fide-world-rapid-and-blitz-championships-qatar-2025
🌍 About the Participants & the Tournament
The championship will take place from December 26 to 30, 2025, bringing together the elite of world chess.
The full participant lists are available here:
- Rapid Open
- Rapid Women
- Blitz Open
- Blitz Women
Official tournament website:
👉 worldrapidandblitz2025.fide.com
🎬 Why You Shouldn’t Miss This Championship
The World Rapid & Blitz Championship is not just sports. It’s energy, speed, passion, and intellectual excitement — a unique atmosphere that captivates every chess fan.
If you want to witness champions being made, feel the spirit of the global chess arena, and become part of a true celebration of the game — December in Doha is the perfect place to be.
Book your tickets early and get ready to witness the chess finale of the year.