FIDE
Britishabbreviation
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In addition to fury at Kramnik, many in the chess community are directing their attention toward the sport’s governing body, FIDE, which is now reviewing Kramnik’s statements for potential disciplinary action.
From Slate • Nov. 1, 2025
In the process, his tactics have sparked a rule change from FIDE, instant backlash to the change, and sent the chess world into a full-blown freakout.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 5, 2025
According to the International Chess Federation or FIDE, women make up just 10% of licenced players globally, and the gap only gets wider at the top.
From BBC • Feb. 7, 2024
Reizniece-Ozola said FIDE, like other sports organizations, needs to balance equality - providing rights to every person to compete on an equal basis - and fair competition.
From Washington Times • Aug. 18, 2023
Zita’s father was a diplomat and an official of FIDE, and Zita had other contacts in the chess world who might help her find a sponsor for a Fischer–Spassky rematch.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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