FAQ Preliminaries

Do I need to register my child in advance?

What should I expect from the preliminary rounds?

What if my child has no prior chess knowledge?

Is there an age limit for participating in the preliminary rounds?

Why is there an age limit?

Who selects the children?

Can I follow the event on October 21 online?

How can I reach KMSKA?

How many children are selected for the tournament against Kasparov?

Is this a one-time event?

Who are the initiators?

Can I, as a parent, attend both events?

Are there any costs associated with participation?

What happens if my child is sick on the day of the preliminary rounds?

Does my child need to bring their own chessboard?

What is the tournament’s playing format?

Will Garry Kasparov himself attend the preliminary rounds?