Timur Turlov runs for FIDE president
Head of the Kazakhstan Chess Federation and entrepreneur Timur Turlov has announced his candidacy for the presidency of the International Chess Federation (FIDE).
Turlov announced his bid for the position of FIDE president during the Chess Olympiad in Samarkand. According to him, elections for the organization's leadership featuring representatives of national federations will take place in a few days in Samarkand.
Turlov stated that he intends to build on trust in national federations and support their long-term funding. He also noted the achievements of chess players from Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, highlighting the upcoming world chess championship match between reigning champion Gukesh from India and Javokhir Sindarov from Uzbekistan.
Sources
- Kursiv Узбекистан: Самарканд снова соединяет мир media outlet
- Kapital.uz: Самарканд снова соединяет мир media outlet
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Published 21 September 2026, 11:20 · No updates · Russian original
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