Referee's Guide. Russian version

"The Arbiters' Handbook, created by the excellent team of the FIDE Arbiters' Commission, is one of the most important publications for arbiters, players, organizers and anyone interested in a deeper understanding of chess rules and regulations. It contains the latest information and explanations of changes in the rules of chess and their application" (Arkady Dvorkovich, FIDE President).

Here are just some of the sections of the handbook: The Laws of Chess and Tournament Rules with comments from the most authoritative arbiters; Description of the Swiss system and pairing rules with practical examples; Regulations on titles and ratings with an example of calculating norms and ratings; Regulations on arbiter titles, Examples of examination questions for arbiters and much more. The purpose of this collection is not to explain obvious things, but to analyze those articles that cause difficulties and are interpreted differently by arbiters. The document is regularly updated to include all changes in FIDE rules and regulations.

"The Arbiters' Guide" in Russian is published under the editorship of category A international arbiter, executive director of the Russian Chess Federation Alexander Tkachev. The book is addressed primarily to arbiters and organizers, but will undoubtedly be of benefit to all active chess players, who will be able to better understand their "rights and obligations" thanks to it.