FIDE Calls for Candidates for Athletes Commission Elections
By Douglas C. · Wed, 09 Sep 2026
FIDE has opened the call for candidates for the upcoming elections to the FIDE Athletes Commission, which represents the interests and perspectives of players within FIDE.
The FIDE announced a call for candidates for the upcoming elections to the FIDE Athletes Commission, which represents the interests and perspectives of players within FIDE.Athletes Commission CompositionThe Athletes Commission will consist of between 5 and 9 members, including representation from both genders, with the exact number determined by the Council based on the number of applications and candidates' readiness to work on the Commission.The elections will be for an interim two-year term from 2026 to 2028, allowing FIDE and the newly elected Commission to develop rules for the Commission's operation and composition.FIDE aims to conduct future elections among players themselves, strengthening the Commission's role as a representative voice for athletes in chess.Elections Timeline and Candidacy RequirementsThe deadline for submitting candidacies is October 7, 2026, with the final list of verified candidates to be published by October 12, 2026. To be eligible, candidates must be at least 18 years old, have competed in a FIDE World Championship Cycle, speak English reasonably well, and not be under a FIDE EDC disqualification.Candidates can submit their applications by email to [email protected], including their full name and a statement of their intention to stand for election. A short letter explaining their motivation and contribution is encouraged but not required.