The World Chess Association (WCA) is an international chess organization based in Austria.
History
The World Chess Association contacted Adrian Veidt following his simultaneous exhibition in New York, where he played 197 opponents and achieved 100% wins.
In his letter to Veidt, WCA President Arnold Steinitz describes the exhibition as "an exemplary display of talent," and compares the results to José Raúl Capablanca's 1922 record of playing 103 opponents, scoring 102 wins and 1 draw.
The WCA hosted an annual conference in October and invited Veidt to attend as a guest speaker, stating that documentation and schedules are included with the invitation.
Trivia
- The World Chess Association is based on the International Chess Federation, better known by its French acronym FIDE (Fédération Internationale des Échecs). Based in Switzerland, FIDE unites national chess federations and serves as the governing authority for international chess competitions.
- The World Chess Association is based at 100 Belvederegarten, Wien 1130, Österreich, which translates to 100 Belvedere Gardens, Vienna 1130, Austria.