The History of Chess in the World

How did chess become a truly global game?

In this talk, Henrik Malm Lindberg presents an engaging overview of how international chess developed and rose to prominence during the 20th century.

From the rise of world champions and international tournaments to the formation of global structures, he traces the key moments that shaped modern competitive chess.

This session provides essential context for the discussion on the future of chess in the world.

Category: Lecture
Capacity: 200
Who it’s for: Everyone
Where: International Stage
When: Saturday 17:15–17:45