Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Global Chess League Launches Road2GCL for Season 4
The Global Chess League has started a special program called Road2GCL to get people excited about their upcoming Season 4 in Bengaluru.
This program lasts for six weeks and includes different activities like competitions and events for chess players, clubs, schools, and content creators.
One of the main events is Road2GCL Contenders, where aspiring players can compete against famous chess stars.
Season 4 will feature 36 Grandmasters, including the world's number one player, Magnus Carlsen, and the FIDE Women's World Cup champion, Divya Deshmukh.
The season will take place from September 3 to 14 in Bengaluru.
Global Chess League launches Road2GCL, a six-week community engagement initiative.
Road2GCL aims to involve players, clubs, schools, and creators ahead of GCL Season 4.
Road2GCL Contenders offers aspiring players a chance to compete against GCL stars.
Season 4 will be held in Bengaluru from September 3 to 14, featuring 36 Grandmasters across six franchises.
World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen and FIDE Women's World Cup champion Divya Deshmukh will participate.
- Who
- Global Chess League
- What
- Launched Road2GCL initiative and announced Season 4 details
- When
- Announced on World Chess Day, Season 4 from September 3 to 14
- Where
- Bengaluru
- Why
- To build anticipation and participation for GCL Season 4
Chess Enthusiasts
General Public
Engagement in Chess Activities
Chess Enthusiasts
Chess enthusiasts are excited about the opportunity to participate in Road2GCL Contenders and compete against GCL stars.
General Public
The general public may find the initiative interesting but may not be as actively involved in chess activities.
- Initiative Name
- Road2GCL
- Duration
- Six weeks
- Season 4 Dates
- September 3 to 14
- Location
- Bengaluru
- Number of Grandmasters
- 36
- Number of Franchises
- 6
- Notable Participants
- Magnus Carlsen, Divya Deshmukh