46th Chess Olympiad 2026
About This Tournament
The 46th Chess Olympiad is scheduled for September 2026 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. National teams from around the world will contest one of the biggest events on the FIDE calendar in both open and women's sections.
Tournament Details
Sport
Chess
Venue
Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Start Date
September 15, 2026
End Date
September 28, 2026
Format
In-Person
Organizer
Olympiad Venue
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