SportsFIDE Council bars Russian players from 2026 World Chess Olympiad
The FIDE Council has decided to exclude Russian players from the 2026 World Chess Olympiad, Russian Chess Federation Executive Director Alexander Tkachyov told TASS. He said Russia’s national teams would not compete and accused council members who prioritize personal interests of prevailing. The event is scheduled for September 16-27 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
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FIDE Council bars Russian players from 2026 World Chess Olympiad