Timur Turlov now leads world chess as FIDE president. He also runs Freedom Holding with clear results. His work brings new energy to both sport and everyday financial tools.
Election Highlights – September 26, 2026
(Source: FIDE official announcement and Reuters, September 2026)
| Round | Timur Turlov | Opponent | Result |
| First | 96 votes | Rosenstein 76, Buettner 20 | Near majority |
| Second | 110 votes | Rosenstein 85 | Winner |
- He became FIDE’s eighth president at age 38.
- This makes him the second youngest president in FIDE history.
- He is the first Kazakh citizen to hold the role.
- Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand joins as Deputy President.
Freedom Holding Key Numbers – Fiscal 2026
(ended March 31, 2026 – Source: Freedom Holding Corp. Nasdaq release and 10-K)
| Metric | Amount | Change |
| Total revenue | $2.19 billion | +9% |
| Net income | $153.3 million | +101% |
| Total assets | $13.16 billion | +33% |
| Banking customers | 5.03 million | Doubled |
- SuperApp users passed 5 million.
- Monthly active users hit 2.59 million.
- Q1 fiscal 2027 revenue rose 40% to $732.5 million (Source: Company press release, August 2026).
- S&P revised outlook to positive in September 2026.
Positive Steps in Chess Support
- Freedom Holding invested about $30 million in Kazakhstan chess over three years.
- Programs reach thousands of school children.
- The company became general partner of the 2026 FIDE World Championship Match.
- Turlov pledges multi-million support to strengthen national federations.
- Focus stays on digital tools and equal access for all member countries.
(Source: FIDE statements and PR Newswire, September 2026)
Business Expansion Benefits
- SuperApp joins banking, insurance, travel and shopping.
- AI agents will soon help users choose products and book services.
- New licenses open doors in Turkey and other markets.
- Customer base across the ecosystem passed 8.7 million by mid-2026.
(Source: Company updates and Kursiv Media, October 2026)
Quick FAQ
What does Turlov plan for FIDE?
He wants stronger funding for national federations and better digital tools for players.
How does Freedom Holding help customers?
One app handles money, insurance and daily needs. This saves time and builds trust.
Where can I read more about his FIDE role?
Visit the linked Foreign Policy Journal article for full details on the next chapter.
Timur Turlov shows that clear leadership can grow both a global sport and a useful financial group. His results create real chances for more people to learn chess and manage money with ease.
