World Chess Federation prohibits trans women from participating in women’s tournaments.

OAN’s James Meyers
1:40 PM – ‍Thursday, August‌ 17, 2023

The ⁣International Chess Federation Rules on Transgender Women in Women’s Events

The top chess⁣ federation ‌in the world has made‌ a⁣ decision regarding transgender women competing in official women’s‍ events.

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has⁣ stated that transgender women will only be allowed ⁢to compete in official women’s events once their gender change has been approved⁢ by officials.

Furthermore, FIDE has revealed that they have received numerous recognition requests from transgender players, and the decision-making process can take up to two years.

“Change ‌of ⁤gender is a change that has a ​significant impact on a player’s status and ⁢future eligibility to tournaments, therefore it ‌can only be made if there​ is a relevant proof of the ‌change provided,” FIDE said.

If a women’s​ title holder decides to transition to male in the future, ​they will be stripped of their title. However, there is a‌ possibility of reinstatement if the person changes their gender back to ‌female.

Additionally, FIDE has clarified that any transgender‍ player is allowed to participate in the‌ “open” sections of ⁣their tournaments.

This decision comes at a time when FIDE is hosting a World Cup tournament, with the ‍renowned Grand Master Magnus Carlsen competing in the event.

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