The 2026 Candidates Tournament promises to be one of the most exciting in recent history. Eight elite grandmasters will compete in a double round-robin format over three weeks.

Among the favorites are GM Fabiano Caruana, GM Alireza Firouzja, and GM Praggnanandhaa, who have all shown exceptional form in recent events.

The tournament will take place in Toronto, Canada, marking the first time the Candidates has been held in North America since 2016.

Each round will feature live commentary from top grandmasters and chess content creators, with coverage available on multiple streaming platforms.

The winner will earn the right to challenge the reigning World Champion in a match later in 2026.