Malcolm Pein

In this discussion, chess correspondent Malcolm Pein shares insights on the geopolitics of chess, focusing on FIDE's controversial move to reinstate Russian teams. He highlights his lobbying efforts against this decision and reflects on the political legacy of chess in Russia. The podcast also dives into Ukraine's strategic drone attacks on Moscow and strikes on shadow fleet tankers, alongside rising diplomatic tensions involving global leaders. Pein draws parallels between chess rivalries and geopolitical dynamics, making a compelling connection between the two worlds.