Armageddon championship series
Mar—Sep 2023
€460,000
Total Prize Fund
First Ever Chess Series Developed for Television
€460,000
Total Prize Fund
32
World’s strongest chess players in the Series
J. Duda
Wesley So
Yangyi Yu
32 players
from 12 countries
Armageddon is a global chess series where players compete under immense time pressure in the most dramatic chess format ever. The Series features the winners of the online qualifications fighting it out in blitz and Armageddon matches against the world’s strongest grandmasters. With play-by-play commentary, sideline coverage, and interactive elements, the show takes place in a spectacular Armageddon studio in 
Berlin and is broadcast live on TV and online. Don't miss out on the action – join us to watch and pray!
Structure Of The Series
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Armageddon
series schedule
| Month | Dates | Time | Event | Status | Prize fund |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar ’23 | 6—12 | 19:00 CEST | Championship Series: Americas | Watch | € 50,000 |
| Apr | 3—9 | 20:00 CEST | Championship Series: Asia and Oceania | Watch | € 50,000 |
| May | 8—14 | 19:00 CEST | Championship Series: Women’s Week | Watch | € 50,000 |
| Jun | 12—18 | 19:00 CEST | Championship Series: Europe and Africa | Watch | € 50,000 |
| Sep | 14—20 | 19:00 CEST | Championship Series: Grand Finale | Watch | € 200,000 |
Armageddon format
8 players in each event
Double elimination
Two blitz games (time control 3'' + 2')
In case of a tie, an Armageddon tie-break is played
Armageddon Series Participants
Americas
Asia and Oceania
Women’s Week
Europe and Africa
Armageddon Studio in Berlin
The Armageddon Championship Series is taking place at the purpose-built studio at the World Chess Club in the heart of Berlin. Eight the world’s top grandmasters, the two winners of each regional stage, will meet each other in the Grand Finale over the board.
Armageddon Studio in the World Chess Club Berlin
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ARMAGEDDON CHAMPIONSHIP BRACKET
Where to watch
Make sure not to miss out on the excitement of the Armageddon Championship Series! In addition to the online broadcast, you can also catch all the live action between September 14-20, starting at 7 pm CEST, on several TV channels and platforms.
If you miss the live broadcast, you can still catch the highlights program showcasing the tournament's most exhilarating moments. Get ready to witness chess like never before!
| Country | Channel | Broadcast Type |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Fox Australia | Daily live, Highlights |
| Bulgaria | National Television | Highlights |
| Croatia | Kreator/GP1 | Highlights |
| Croatia | SPTV | Highlights |
| EMEA | CNBC | Highlights |
| Germany | Die Welt | Daily live, Highlights |
| Hong Kong | beIN Sports | Daily live, Highlights |
| Indonesia/Philippines | beIN Sports beIN Sports | Daily live, Highlights |
| Israel | One Israel | Daily live, Highlights |
| Israel | Sport 1+2 | Daily live, Highlights |
Partners
Official Cybersecurity Partner
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Official Gaming Partner
FIDE Online Arena is the exclusive online chess gaming platform that awards online ratings recognized by FIDE. It hosts rated tournaments and games 24 hours per day. The platform runs an advanced fairplay engine. Play official games at chessarena.com.
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Official Partner
Chess & Company is a leading sponsorship agency dedicated to cultivating global chess audiences. With years of experience, the agency has a strong track record of helping brands find the right opportunities to increase product and brand visibility. Whether a brand is looking to sponsor a major tournament, partner with a top chess player, or create a chess-themed marketing campaign, Chess & Company has the best expertise. By working with Chess & Company, brands can access the vast and growing audience of chess enthusiasts around the world, and make an impact in a unique and engaging way.
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Official Partner
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How to become our partner
If you wish to know more about our partnership opportunities please contact our Head of Partnerships at panteleeva@worldchess.com.
