The Chinese Chess Federation (CCF) is hosting its first-ever round of the World Chess Championship in Wuhan, China. The tournament will be held from November 28 to December 5, and it's expected to attract top players from around the world.
In the opening round, two players will play each other. This format has been used in previous rounds of the World Chess Championship, but this time, the match will be decided by a computer system. The game will be played on a standard chess board with eight rows and eight columns, and there will be four pieces: two bishops, one knight, and one rook.
The match between the two players will last for 90 minutes, with both players having equal chances of making moves. If the player who makes a move wins, they receive a point. If the player who does not make a move loses a point. The winner of the match will be declared at the end of the tournament.
The second round of the tournament will also feature two matches, this time between two different players. Each player will face each other twice during the round, with the winner receiving a bonus point.
There will also be a prize pool for the winners of each round, with prizes ranging from $5,000 to $100,000 depending on the level of the player. The prize pool will be distributed among all participants in the tournament.
It's worth noting that the Chinese Chess Federation is known for its high standards and commitment to excellence. They have invested heavily in training their players and creating new challenges for them to compete against the best in the world.
Overall, the World Chess Championship in Wuhan looks set to be a highly competitive event. It's likely to draw some of the world's top players, and it should provide a great opportunity for fans to witness some of the greatest chess games ever seen.