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Turlov outlines $7mn chess support plan in FIDE presidency bid
FIDE 2026 elections: Who is running for presidency and how voting is done
The FIDE will elect their next president on 26 September in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Samarkand is connecting the world again
Timur Turlov on a new era in chess, Central Asia and the special significance of Uzbekistan
FIDE’s VP Georgios Makropoulos dies as chess world flocks to Samarkand
The cause of death is yet to be disclosed
400 teams, one ancient city: FIDE Chess Olympiad kicks off in Samarkand
India are the defending champion
Chess Olympiad tickets now on sale: prices, dates and how to buy
Prices start at around $20
Samarkand to Host FIDE Presidential Elections This September
This electoral event forms part of the wider FIDE Congress
Queens’ Online Chess Festival Returns in March 2026 to Celebrate Women in Chess
FIDE’s global online tournament marks its sixth edition with free competitions for women and girls of all levels worldwide