Russian return to chess triggers European complaints

The European Chess Union (ECU) has objected to a decision by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) to reinstate the Russian women’s team under a neutral flag at the 2025 World Team Championship in Spain this November. The ECU is arguing the move contravenes sanctions guidelines approved at the sport’s 2024 Gener…

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