Chennai to host Chess Olympiad
The Hindu
The Olympiad was moved out of Russia after it invaded neighbouring Ukraine
The 44th edition of the Chess Olympiad will be held in Chennai later this year, the All-India Chess Federation tweeted on Tuesday.
"It's official now....India will host the 44th World Chess Olympiad 2022 at Chennai!" the All-India Chess Federation said on its Twitter handle.
"Delighted that the Chess Capital of India is set to host the 44th Chess Olympiad! A proud moment for Tamil Nadu! Chennai warmly welcomes all the Kings and Queens from around the world! #ChessOlympiad2022," Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin said in a tweet.
The All-India Chess federation (AICF) had earlier submitted its guarantee of $10 million to FIDE.
The Olympiad was moved out of Russia after it invaded neighbouring Ukraine on February 24.
FIDE decided to open the bids after Russia began the military operations against Ukraine.
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