The FIDE Grand Prix is a series of chess tournaments organized by the Fédération Internationale des Échecs (FIDE) as part of the qualification process for the World Chess Championship. It typically features a select group of top players competing in a round-robin or knockout format, with points awarded based on performance. The Grand Prix events are held in various locations around the world, attracting elite chess talent. Players accumulate points throughout the series, and the top finishers earn spots in the Candidates Tournament, which determines the challenger for the reigning world champion.