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The FIDE World Cup 2025 will be hosted in North Goa from October 31 to November 27, 2025. Goa is welcoming 206 elite chess players from 82 countries for this high-stakes knockout tournament, with a prize purse of USD 2 million. The event highlights Goa’s vibrant cultural identity through the official logo and anthem, reflecting its coastal beauty, festive spirit, and chess strategy. Hosting the World Cup also positions Goa as a global sports destination, promoting India’s soft power, tourism, and rising prominence in international chess.