Russian Chess Federation

Russian chess players cleared for int’l team events

Russian chess players cleared for int’l team events

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has ruled to allow Under-18 players from Russia and Belarus to participate in international team competitions, the press office of the Russian Chess Federation said. "As …

Kirsan Ilyumzhinov quits RCF presidential race

Kirsan Ilyumzhinov quits RCF presidential race

At today's election of the Russian Chess Federation president, the head of FIDE,  Kirsan Ilyumzhinov withdrew his candidacy, explaining that he intends to concentrate on working in the international federation. According to …