International Chess Federation in the news

11-year-old British girl Bodhana Sivanandan made history by becoming the world's youngest woman grandmaster in chess after her performance at an international tournament in Uzbekistan.

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with FIDE President Timur Turlov to discuss chess development in Kazakhstan and FIDE's future priorities.

The European Continental Stage of the FIDE ISCF World Schools Team Championship 2026 in Tsaghkadzor, Armenia, is in its critical second half, featuring intense team and individual competitions, alongside various educational and recreational chess events.

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with FIDE President Timur Turlov to discuss the development of chess in Kazakhstan, including educational initiatives and hosting international events.

Kazakhstani President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated Timur Turlov on becoming FIDE President, discussing the development and promotion of chess in Kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan's President congratulated the newly elected FIDE President, outlined national chess development priorities, and emphasized cooperation with FIDE.

Kazakhstan's President Tokayev met with newly elected FIDE President Timur Turlov to discuss the development of chess in Kazakhstan and global promotion of the sport.

Timur Turlov, the newly elected FIDE president, will invest 30 million euros over four years to create a global chess ecosystem, enhance digital tools, and support federations and players worldwide.

Kenyan prisoners are playing chess as part of rehabilitation programs, which teaches them patience, problem-solving, and offers a positive pastime.

The International Chess Federation announced the FIDE World Senior Team Chess Championships 2027 in Magdeburg, Germany, with registration opening on October 10, 2026.

Ten-year-old Vedant Shetty earned the Candidate Master title at the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad, representing St. Vincent and the Grenadines and winning 5 out of 10 games.

Three Afghan chess players who competed in the Chess Olympiad were arrested in Afghanistan upon their return, facing house arrest and potential punishment from Taliban authorities due to the ban on chess.

The International Chess Federation's October rating list shows a 72-point rating gap between World Champion Gukesh D and challenger Javokhir Sindarov before their title match, with Sindarov holding the higher rating.

The FIDE General Assembly elected new leadership, approved a Chess960 rating system, adopted bilingual institutional designation, and initiated negotiations for the 2030 Chess Olympiad host.

The International Chess Federation is organizing the 2026 World U7-U17 Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships in Cairo, Egypt.

Uzbekistan won its second Chess Olympiad title at the record-breaking event in Samarkand, with Nodirbek Abdusattorov playing a key role, while Timur Turlov became the youngest FIDE president.

The Small Nations Chess Association (SNACA) restarted its activities, elected a new board, and plans its first individual championship in 2027.

Russia is seeking to confiscate the assets of new FIDE president Timur Turlov due to his financial support for Ukraine.

Gymnasium No. 50 of Minsk won the World Schools Team Championship Europe 2026 in Armenia, securing their place in the Grand Final, with Riga State Gymnasium No. 1 and LEPL Georgia, Kutaisi Andria Razmadze Physico placing second and third, respectively.

Russian prosecutors are suing Kazakh businessman and new International Chess Federation president Timur Turlov and his company Freedom Finance, with the company stating it has no assets in Russia.