The World Chess Federation (FIDE) has approved Russia’s transfer to Asia upon Moscow’s request

Daniil Medvedev won the ATP Dubai Duty Free tournament, beating compatriot Andrey Rublev in two sets in Saturday’s final

March 20 marks the anniversary of the death of Lev Yashin, one of Russia’s most iconic sporting figures

From Pavel Datsyuk to Alina Kabaeva, Russian athletes have numerous sporting moves named in their honor

Magnus Carlsen won’t defend his title, leaving China’s Ding Liren to face Russia’s Ian Nepomniachtchi in Astana for chess' top honor

Argentinian soccer star Benjamin Garre has announced his plans to apply for Russian citizenship