Poland Claims Gold at 3rd FIDE Chess Olympiad for People with Disabilities

The Polish national team captured the gold medal at the 3rd FIDE Chess Olympiad for People with Disabilities, which concluded on 17 September 2026 following a week of competition that began on 11 September. Poland edged out Cuba for the top honour, while Uzbekistan 1 rounded out the podium in third place.

Tournament Overview

The event, organised under the auspices of the International Chess Federation, brought together national selections from around the world for the third iteration of the Olympiad dedicated to players with disabilities. The competition ran from Friday, 11 September through Thursday, 17 September 2026.

Decisive Round Five

The turning point of the tournament arrived in the fifth round, when Poland faced Cuba in a direct confrontation for the lead. The Polish squad emerged victorious from that encounter, seizing first place in the standings. They maintained that advantage through the remaining rounds to clinch the championship.

Final Medal Standings

• Gold: Poland
• Silver: Cuba
• Bronze: Uzbekistan 1

Cuba’s silver-medal performance marked a strong showing, while Uzbekistan 1 secured the bronze to complete the podium. The final rankings reflected the tight competition among the leading teams throughout the seven-day schedule.

Source

This report is based on information published by The Week in Chess (TWIC).

Official source: https://theweekinchess.com/chessnews/events/3rd-fide-chess-olympiad-for-people-with-disabilities-2026