Timur Turlov Proposes Stronger Ukrainian Representation in FIDE Leadership
During the 2026 FIDE presidential election, Timur Turlov has proposed that Ukraine nominate its own candidate for a vice-presidential position if his ticket is elected. Running alongside Viswanathan Anand, Turlov emphasized Ukraine's significant contributions to international chess and called for greater Ukrainian representation in decision-making processes within FIDE. Turlov invited Mykhailo Podolyak, an adviser to the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, to consider representing Ukraine at a leadership level. Podolyak expressed support for Turlov’s reform vision and willingness to join the new FIDE team if elected. The election will take place on September 26 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Turlov has been instrumental in promoting chess development through initiatives like Kazakhstan's
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Topics: chess federation FIDE Kazakhstan Timur Turlov Ukraine