FIDE is proud to announce that the 2nd Chess Olympiad for People with Disabilities will take place from October 19 to 26, 2025, in Astana, Kazakhstan. Organized by FIDE and hosted by the Kazakhstan Chess Federation, this major international event underscores FIDE’s ongoing commitment to inclusion and accessibility in the global chess community. The Olympiad will bring…

FIDE Events Commission has announced “Call for Bids FIDE World Championships” and invites FIDE member Federations to participate. The bidding deadline is September 15, 2025, 15:00 CET. There are 9 competitions in the list: Dear bidders, all details about the new format, useful links and procedure including the Bid Form and Bid Form Annex, Bid and Deposit Fees and Regulations you can find HERE

Serbian grandmaster Alexandr Predke emerged as the winner of the 5th International Summer Chess Festival Serbia Open 2025, edging out six players on tiebreak. The top seed lived up to expectations as a pre-tournament favorite and came out on top, despite losing five rating points along the way. A true chess spectacle, the 5th International…

The FIDE World Cup is coming to India this year! Scheduled for October 30 to November 27, 2025, the tournament will feature the world’s best players battling for the coveted title and qualification spots in the 2026 FIDE Candidates Tournament. Format The FIDE World Cup 2025 will feature 206 players competing in a knockout format—a…