The FIDE World Cup 2025 quarterfinal tiebreak phase begins. After intense battles in the earlier rounds, six players remain, each hungry for a spot in the semifinals and a chance to edge closer to the coveted Candidates tournament. While Nodirbek Yakkuboev became the first semifinalist after defeating Alexander Donchenko, six more players advanced to the tiebreak set to take place on 19 November 2025 at 3 pm IST.
Let’s look at the FIDE World Cup 2025 quarterfinal tiebreaks pairings and what to expect from the schedule.
Who Made It To The FIDE World Cup 2025 Quarterfinal Tiebreaks?
At the FIDE World Cup 2025 quarterfinal tiebreaks, the competition was so tight that several matches had to be decided by tiebreak games. Nodirbek Yakubboev from Uzbekistan has already sealed his semifinal spot by winning his match against Alexander Donchenko, showing resilience and sharp play. Yakubboev has become the first semifinalist, moving one step closer to a spot in the Candidates.
Meanwhile, other matches are set for tiebreaks due to draws in their regular games. The battle between Javokhir Sindarov and Jose Eduardo Martinez Alcantara, and the intense game between Andrey Esipenko and Sam Shankland, both ended in draws, pushing these players to fight it out in tiebreaks.
The match of all eyes is between Arjun Erigaisi from India and Wei Yi from China. Arjun missed a tricky opportunity earlier in their game but showed strong skills to push the match into tiebreaks. It’s anyone’s game now, and the tension couldn’t be higher.
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The FIDE World Cup 2025 Quarterfinal Tiebreaks Schedule
The FIDE World Cup 2025 quarterfinal tiebreaks are set to begin tomorrow at 3 p.m. Indian Standard Time. This schedule means fans across the world can set their alarms to catch some of the fastest, most exciting chess games of the tournament.
Each tiebreak game promises to be closely contested, with players under pressure to show their best moves and handle the intense mental demands quickly. With the stakes so high, every move will be watched by fans, commentators, and chess enthusiasts worldwide.
What’s At Stake?
Winning the FIDE World Cup 2025 quarterfinal tiebreaks isn’t just about advancing in this tournament; it’s about securing a spot in the FIDE Candidates tournament. This prestigious event determines who will challenge for the World Chess Championship. Being in the World Cup semifinals means players are guaranteed at least two more matches in this knockout format, bringing them tantalizingly closer to this ultimate goal.
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Mark your calendars for the tiebreaks starting tomorrow at 3 p.m. IST, and get ready to witness chess at its most thrilling. Who will come out on top and move a step closer to the Candidates and potentially the World Championship? We’ll be watching closely.
Also read: Nodirbek Yakubboev Becomes First Semifinalist In FIDE World Cup 2025
