The FIDE Delegation including FIDE President Kirsan Ilyumzhinov, FIDE Treasurer and Executive Director Nigel Freeman and Director of Moscow Office Berik Balgabaev participated in the SportAccord General Assembly. Mr. Marius Vizer, President of International Judo Federation, has been elected as the new SportAccord President.


Outgoing President Hein Verbruggen giving his farewell address

Victorious candidate, Marius Vizer [Judo] making his presentation to the SportAccord delegates

Losing candidate, Bernard Lapasset [Rugby] making his presentation to the SportAccord delegates


New President, Marius Vizer being congratulated by FIDE President, Kirsan Ilyumzhinov