Why Malta?
The republic of Malta, the host of the 2025 European Chess Championships for the U-1700, U-2000 and U-2300 categories, is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Europe. With over
7,000 years of history, Malta is also the ultimate holiday destination for any history fan! Home to some of the oldest free-standing temples in the World, the islands of Malta and Gozo have
also played host to the Phoenicians, the Romans, the Knights of St. John, Napoleon and the British Empire. A jaunt to its phenomenal fortifications, and an open-mouthed-gape at its truly
awe-inspiring architecture is a must.
With golden sandy beaches, unique red sands and rocky shores, Malta offers any type of swimming spot imaginable. Both Malta and Gozo islands have a number of Blue Flag Beaches, an Award
for exceptional water quality, excellent facilities and sustainable operations. Get ready to jump into the crystal-clear blue seas any time of year, thanks to Malta’s vast
connectivity, sunshine and favourable climate!
Malta is a popular destination and connected with all major European airports and many airlines:
- Air Malta
- EasyJet
- Lufthansa
- Ryanair
- Aegean Airlines
- Wizzair
- check SkyScanner for many more.
If you are traveling from or via Italy, there is also a daily sea connection by ferry between Sicily and Malta:
Event Venue
The Riviera Spa & Conference Resort
Schedule
25/11, 14:00 -> Arrivals
25/11, 21:00 -> Player confirmations
26/11, 11:00 -> Technical Meeting
26/11, 14:45 -> Opening Ceremony
26/11, 15:00 -> Round 1
27/11, 15:00 -> Round 2
28/11, 15:00 -> Round 3
29/11, 15:00 -> Round 4
30/11, 15:00 -> Round 5
01/12, 15:00 -> Round 6
02/12, 15:00 -> Round 7
03/12, 15:00 -> Round 8
04/12, 15:00 -> Round 9
04/12, 21:00 -> Closing Ceremony
05/12, 11:00 -> Departures
Entry deadline
Registrations and bookings are possible until 10 October only through email info@malta2025.org to the appointed Local Organiser. After the deadline, late fees might apply upon availability.
System of Play
The games will be held in 9 rounds as a FIDE-rated Swiss system.
There will be separate championships for categories Under-2300, Under-2000 and Under-1700. In each rating section, a separate championship for women shall be organised only if there are at
least 10 entries in a women’s section, otherwise that women’s event will be merged with men (open).
The time limit for each player is 90 minutes for 40 moves + 30 minutes for the rest of the game + 30 seconds increment for every move played, starting from the 1st move.
Prize Fund €4,600
See prize fund distribution in chapter 10 of the event regulations.
Regulations & Prize Fund
TITLES & QUALIFICATIONS
The winner of each open/men’s category receives the relevant title respectively: “European Amateur Chess Champion U-1700, U-2000 and U-2300.”
The winners of gold, silver and bronze medals in the open/men’s category U-2300 are eligible to receive the FIDE title of Candidate Master (CM).
The winner of gold medal in the open/men’s category U-2000 is eligible to receive the FIDE title of Candidate Master (CM).
WOMEN: The winner of each women’s category receives the relevant title respectively: “European Women’s Amateur Chess Champion U-1700, U-2000 and U-2300.”
WOMEN: The winners of gold, silver and bronze medals in the women’s category U-2300 are eligible to receive the FIDE title of Woman Candidate Master (WCM).
WOMEN: The winner of gold medal in the women’s category U-2000 is eligible to receive the FIDE title of Woman Candidate Master (WCM).
As per FIDE handbook (chapter D.04.04, articles 6 and 7), the Organising Committee of next year’s FIDE World Amateur Championships provides free board and lodging in double rooms for the
winners of each European Amateur Championship section and the winners of each European Women’s Amateur Championship section (unless they reach or exceed a FIDE standard rating of 2300 by
the application deadline).
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