Fujairah to host WFCC Grand Prix in November

Fujairah Chess and Culture Club (FCCC) will host the grand finale of the inaugural World Federation for Chess Composition (WFCC) Fujairah Grand Prix in November 2026. The event caps a multi-stage chess solving series that spans a two-year cycle. Qualifying rounds have taken place across various international locations, culminating in the final championship in the UAE, WAM reported.

What is the WFCC Fujairah Grand Prix?

The WFCC Fujairah Grand Prix is a two-year chess composition solving series organized by the World Federation for Chess Composition. It brings together qualifying rounds held at international locations before reaching its final stage. Fujairah will host that final championship in November 2026, marking the series' inaugural edition.

What has FCCC said about hosting the event?

FCCC Chairman Abdulla Ali Aal Barket said the international event reinforces the emirate's standing on the global chess map. He said it highlights Fujairah's ability to attract and host premier international tournaments to the highest standards. The club's role as host reflects its growing profile within international chess composition circles.

How active is Fujairah's chess club?

Aal Barket said FCCC organizes monthly tournaments for its members to help them build skills and refine their talent. He noted that the club's regular trainees currently number more than 250. Total club membership, he added, now surpasses 800 players.