FIDE President congratulates the Chess Queen

Moscow, 25 November 2011

GM Hou Yifan
Women's World Chess Champion

Dear Hou Yifan!

Let me on behalf of the World Chess Federation (FIDE), its Presidential Board and myself personally cordially congratulate you on retaining the title in the match vs Koneru Humpy!

The joy for this great achievement is shared by millions of the chess fans all over the world. We congratulate the Chinese Chess Association, GM Ye Jiangchuan, your parents and all those who have helped in shaping you as an outstanding personality and sportsperson. I am sure that all your compatriots in your great country are proud of you. FIDE is also proud to have you as a member of its Presidential Board.

Your match in Tirana, Albania was followed by millions of chess fans all over the world. The competition was tough and excited. But at the end, the strongest wins.

I wish you the best of health, happiness and more brilliant victories in your chess career!

GENS UNA SUMUS!

Kirsan Ilyumzhinov
President

FIDE President in Uruguay

FIDE President in Uruguay

Wednesday, 02 November 2011 08:51

The FIDE President Kirsan Ilyumzhinov arrived in Montevideo to attend the opening ceremony of the 2nd edition of the Latin American Cup. This year this event with Kirsan Ilyumzhinov as its main sponsor, has gathered nearly 240 players from 12 Latin American countries. During his visit to Uruguay, the FIDE President has also met with the representatives of the Ministry of Education and Culture, Ministry of Tourism and Sport of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay. He also called on the Mayor of Montevideo Mrs. Ana Olivera and visited a local elementary school. All his meetings had as the main issue on the Agenda possibilities of introducing chess into school curriculum. The framework Agreement between FIDE, Uruguay Chess Federation and Ministry of Education and Culture of Uruguay has been signed during the visit of the FIDE President to this country. Source: FIDE.com