Viswanathan Anand will not run for the FIDE Deputy President post.
What happened?
Arkady Dvorkovich announced his re-election bid as FIDE President.
Dvorkovich told The Indian Express that Anand remains a valued part of the team.
Why it matters for Viswanathan Anand
Anand will continue working closely with Dvorkovich on strengthening relations with federations.
The FIDE chief praised Anand's knowledge and experience in chess.
What comes next?
The FIDE presidential election will take place in September at the 46th Chess Olympiad in Uzbekistan.
Two contenders, Wadim Rosenstein and Jan Henric Buettner, will challenge Dvorkovich.
Dvorkovich's priorities include providing practical support and digital services to federations.
He aims to expand opportunities for young people, women, and seniors in chess.
The FIDE President has been criticized for his links to the Russian government.
Dvorkovich has represented every federation equally since becoming president.