Singapore has recently emerged as a significant hub in the international chess community, highlighted by its successful hosting of the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship. This event not only showcased top-tier chess talent but also marked a pivotal moment in Singapore’s chess history.
Hosting the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship
In December 2024, Singapore hosted the FIDE World Chess Championship, featuring reigning champion Ding Liren from China and 18-year-old Indian prodigy Gukesh Dommaraju. The match, held at the Equarius Hotel in Resorts World Sentosa, concluded with Gukesh clinching the title, making him the youngest world chess champion in history.
Singapore’s Growing Chess Scene
The successful organization of the World Chess Championship reflects Singapore’s growing prominence in the chess world. The Singapore Chess Federation has been instrumental in promoting the game, organizing events like the National Age Group Championship, which ran alongside the World Championship and attracted 692 young players from 22 countries.
Notable Singaporean Chess Players
Singapore has produced notable chess talents, such as Grandmaster Tin Jingyao, who became the country’s youngest grandmaster in 2022. Tin has represented Singapore in multiple Chess Olympiads and continues to be a prominent figure in the national chess scene.
The successful hosting of the World Chess Championship and the achievements of local players like Tin Jingyao indicate a bright future for chess in Singapore, inspiring a new generation of players and enthusiasts.
In the first place Singapore Chess Meetup.
Weekly meetups every Wednesday from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Asia Square Tower 1.
Location: Singapore, Singapore.
Bishan Chess Club
In second place Bishan Community Club.
Regular meetups every Tuesday from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Bishan Community Club, featuring over-the-board and online tournaments.
Location: Bishan, Singapore.
In Third place Cashew Chess Club
Known for creative and social chess events, including World Chess Day celebrations.
Location: Aliwal Street, Singapore.
In fourth place Fernvale Chess Club.
Meet every Friday from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM in a welcoming space for players of all ages.
Location: Cashew, Singapore.
In fifth place Lion City Inclusive Chess .
Promotes inclusivity with friendly matches every Friday from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Location: Fengshan, Singapore.
Last but equally important Aliwal Chess Club
Known for creative and social chess events, including World Chess Day celebrations.
Location: Aliwal Street, Singapore.
Cashew Chess Cl.
As well as many other places are not yet included .
