World Championship. 20th. ICCD Deaf Team

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A World of Quiet Reflections: 20th ICCD World Team Championship in Roquetas de Mar

World Championship. 20th. ICCD Deaf Team

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From May 6 to 15, 2026, the Spanish coastal town of Roquetas de Mar (Almeria province) will host one of the most important events in the world of chess for the hearing impaired — the 20th ICCD World Deaf Team Chess Championship.

About the tournament and organization

The competition is held under the auspices of the International Chess Committee for the Deaf (ICCD), which has been affiliated with FIDE since 1955. The organizer is the Spanish side led by Alfredo Gómez Fernández.

  • Tournament type: Official ranking championship.

  • Disciplines: Classical chess (9 rounds), rapid chess (Rapid) and Blitz.

  • Time control: In classics - 90 minutes for 40 moves + 30 minutes until the end of the game with an addition of 30 seconds for each move.

World Championship. 20th. ICCD Deaf Team

Historical Reference and Star Names

ICCD (formerly ICSC) was founded in 1949 in Copenhagen. The World Team Championships are held every four years, demonstrating the inclusivity and high intellectual level of the athletes.

Among the legends of ICCD tournaments are Israeli grandmaster Yehuda Grunfeld (the first deaf player to become a grandmaster) and Ukrainian star Tetiana Baklanova, who has repeatedly become a world champion. Ukraine is traditionally among the world elite: our national teams are the current leaders of European and world championships.

Venue: Roquetas de Mar

Roquetas de Mar is the jewel of the Costa de Almeria. The town is known for its 16 km of sandy beaches and a rich history dating back to Phoenician and Roman times.

  • Infrastructure: Tournament halls are located directly in the city's official hotels, which provides a barrier-free environment and comfort for players.

  • Cultural Heritage: The main attraction is the Castillo de Santa Ana, which has been rebuilt and now serves as a cultural center. Also worth visiting are the Roquetas Lighthouse and the Punta Entinas Sabinar Nature Reserve.

Terms of participation and prize pool

  • Who can participate: ICCD National Federation members with a hearing loss of at least 55 dB in the better ear. The use of hearing aids during the game is strictly prohibited.

  • Team composition: Men (4 players + 2 substitutes), Women/Juniors/Seniors (2 players + 2 substitutes).

  • Awards: Winners receive official ICCD titles, medals and cups. Cash prizes are provided for open tournaments and blitz competitions.

Офіційний сайт та регламент: ICCD Roquetas 2026 PDF

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