The city of Lima, Peru, has become the world stage for the future of chess as it hosts the FIDE World Junior Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships 2025. From September 22 to 28, the brightest talents under the age of 20 are competing at the Sheraton Lima Centro Histórico Hotel in two prestigious tournaments showcasing both speed and strategy.
The championship is organized under the auspices of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), in collaboration with the Peruvian Chess Federation and the Continental Chess Confederation of the Americas (FIDE America).
This event not only celebrates the rising stars of international chess but also strengthens Lima’s position as a host of world-class sporting competitions.
The opening ceremony was graced by José Carrillo Pujol, President of FIDE America, and Víctor Mendoza, Director and organizer of the event, who performed the ceremonial opening moves.
Players from 20 countries are participating: Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Bolivia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Cuba, Bulgaria, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Romania, India, Uruguay, Mexico, Aruba, and Peru. The event brings together cultures, talent, and a shared passion for sport on the international stage.
Chess enthusiasts can follow the competition through the official channels:
FIDE World Junior Rapid Chess Championship 2025 (U20) – 15 min/game + 10 secs/move
Open:
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Girls:
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FIDE World Junior Blitz Chess Championship 2025 (U20) – 3 min/game + 2 secs/move
Open:
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Girls:
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Official website: fidewj2025.com/
Photos: FaceBook FDPA
Report and photos: Patricia Claros Aguilar