Since the first day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, I have stood firmly with Ukraine, its people, and the Ukrainian chess community. I have chosen actions over words.
My support has never been limited to statements. Throughout this war, I have supported Ukrainian players,… pic.twitter.com/mBHvB4sz3K
— RenewECU (@RenewECU) June 13, 2026
In a shocking news that has caught the world of chess by absolute surprise, Oleg Skvortsov – the man behind Zurich Chess events, has passed away at the age of just 57 years.
Oleg organized the Zurich Chess Challenge from 2012 to 2017. He tried to create a very homely environment… pic.twitter.com/NrCa5eT8tv
— ChessBase India (@ChessbaseIndia) July 14, 2026
Олег Скворцов 1969-2026
Несколько часов назад на 58 году ушел из жизни Олег Скворцов, страстный любитель шахмат, многолетний меценат, организатор шахматных турниров в Цюрихе, первый человек, предложивший играть с набирающем популярность контролем времени 45минут +10 секунд по… pic.twitter.com/1emcNEOQNl
— Vladimir Kramnik (@VBkramnik) July 13, 2026
