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Chess-Governing body FIDE upholds ban on Russian, Belarusian players
This comes after the Ukrainian government, US State Department and some players urged chess federations to not reinstate the two nations Read more at straitstimes.com.
Chess-Governing body FIDE softens stance on some banned Russian, Belarusian players
Chess governing body FIDE's general assembly agreed to consider lifting parts of a ban on Russian and Belarusian players imposed after Moscow invaded Ukraine in February 2022, in a vote on Sunday in Budapest.
World's best chess player disagrees with FIDE president over Russia's return
Magnus Carlsen, the 16th World Chess Champion, used the platform of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) to call for the halt of the return of Russian and Belarusian players to FIDE-sanctioned competitions,
World No.1 chess player Magnus Carlsen urges FIDE not to reinstate Russia and Belarus chess federations
Magnus Carlsen was speaking at a FIDE gala in Budapest on Thursday evening, in which he paid tribute to Russian grandmaster Garry Kasparov while accepting an award for greatest player of all time.
FIDE Upholds Ban on Russian, Belarusian Players Amidst Calls for Inclusivity
The FIDE General Assembly maintained the ban on Russian and Belarusian players due to the Ukraine conflict. However, it considered easing restrictions for disabled and junior players. The decision involved consultation with the IOC.
Magnus Carlsen urges chess chiefs not to readmit Russia, Belarus
Chess champion Magnus Carlsen opposes reinstating Russia and Belarus in FIDE, supported by Garry Kasparov and Ukraine's sports minister.
Setback for Russia and Belarus as global chess body upholds ban
Chess governing body FIDE is willing to allow some players and teams from Russia and Belarus, such as those with disabilities or children aged under 12, return to international events.
FIDE Considers Lifting Parts of Ban on Russian and Belarusian Chess Players
FIDE's general assembly discussed lifting a ban on Russian and Belarusian players. Influential figures, including Magnus Carlsen and the Ukrainian government, opposed the motion. Delegates voted to consult the IOC about allowing some players back.
Checkmate for Russia as global chess ban upheld
Russia's chess team is to remain banned from international competitions, officials have ruled. In a dramatic move, an International Chess Federation (Fide) general assembly meeting in Budapest voted to maintain sanctions against Russia and its ally,
Top Chess Body Rejects Readmitting Russia, Belarus
The top body in chess on Sunday rejected a proposal to readmit Russia and Belarus, but will consider allowing players under 12 or with disability to take part in events.
Kasparov agrees with Carlsen on keeping Russian chess sanctions
Kasparov wrote that he fully agreed with Carlsen's stance, adding a Ukrainian flag to his post. "Indeed I would, and do! In more ways than one, I could hardly wish for a better successor than Magnus.
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Magnus Carlsen, Judit Polgar felicitated at FIDE 100 Awards
Magnus Carlsen and Judit Polgar were felicitated with the best male and female player awards at the FIDE 100 Awards ceremony ...
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Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen opposes Russia's readmission
A Kyrgyz proposal to readmit Russia and Belarus to the International Chess Federation (FIDE) will be voted this weekend.
Chess World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen urges sport’s chiefs not to re-admit Russia
Russia and Belarus were booted out of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) in 2022 over the Kremlin’s invasion of ...
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Honour Kasparov: Chess champion Magnus Carlsen urges sport chiefs not to readmit Russia, Belarus
Chess great Magnus Carlsen has urged his game’s top sporting body not to readmit Russia and Belarus ahead of a key vote this ...