
Knockout
Eight invited players join the eight players who made it to the Playoffs to compete for top prize money and CCT Points, which may grant them a spot at the Esports World Cup.
- Eight invited players join the eight players who made it to the Playoffs
- Players contest a double-elimination bracket
- Winners Bracket matches consist of four games
- Losers Bracket matches consist of two games
- Grand Final match consists of four games
- Grand Final Reset, if necessary, consists of two games
- If the match ends in a tie, a bidding Armageddon game with a base time of 10 minutes decides the winner
Live games and commentary

This video course provides a comprehensive and practical White repertoire in the Ruy Lopez! Through instructive model games and in-depth theoretical explanations, you will learn how to confidently handle both main lines and sidelines.
Free video sample: Introduction
Free video sample: Overview
Free video sample: Chigorin: 9…Na5 10.Bc2 c5 11.d4 Nd7/cxd4