Magnus Carlsen blames chess opponent’s watch for loss in anti-cheating rant
1 year, 3 months ago

Magnus Carlsen blames chess opponent’s watch for loss in anti-cheating rant

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Magnus Carlsen, the world’s No 1 ranked chess professional, has blamed his opponent wearing a watch for his defeat in the Qatar Masters. Kazakh Grandmaster Alisher Suleymenov defeated the Norwegian, handing the five-time world champion his first loss against an opponent rated below 2,520 since 2006 in the Norwegian Championship against Berge Ostenstad. “I obviously take responsibility for my inability to deal with those thoughts properly, but it’s also incredibly frustrating to see organisers still not taking anti-cheating seriously at all.” Carlsen later added that he quizzed officials on the legality of wearing a watch, adding: “I did ask an arbiter during the game whether watches were allowed, and he clarified that smartwatches were banned, but not analog watches. This seems to be against FIDE rules for events of this stature.” Carlsen’s accusations against Niemann, after quitting a $500,000 tournament in St Louis, resulted in a massive lawsuit, with a $100m defamation case filed.

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Magnus Carlsen refutes match-fixing allegations after World Blitz Championship 2024 final controversy
2 weeks ago

Magnus Carlsen refutes match-fixing allegations after World Blitz Championship 2024 final controversy

India TV News  

1 chess player Magnus Carlsen has refuted the match-fixing allegations that have emerged after a backstage video from the World Blitz Championship 2024 showcased him negotiating the possibility of enforcing draws with his opponent Ian Nepomniachtchi. "If they like refuse, we can just play short draws until they give up," Carlsen can be heard saying in the viral video. The …

Magnus Carlsen dismisses match-fixing allegations, calls backstage chat a bad joke
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2 weeks ago

Magnus Carlsen dismisses match-fixing allegations, calls backstage chat a bad joke

India Today  

Grandmaster Magnus Carlsen has denied allegations of match-fixing after a backstage video from the World Blitz Championship 2024 final surfaced, showing him and Ian Nepomniachtchi discussing the possibility of enforcing draws if their proposal to share the title was rejected. If anything, it was a bad joke given the gravity of the situation.” He further defended the quality of the …

Shots fired at Magnus Carlsen as Hans Niemann reminds fans of chess cheating scandal: ‘Mafia tried to ruin my career’
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Shots fired at Magnus Carlsen as Hans Niemann reminds fans of chess cheating scandal: ‘Mafia tried to ruin my career’

Hindustan Times  

The chess world was taken by storm recently when Magnus Carlsen was fined and excluded from a late round game at the World Rapid Championship in New York. The American grandmaster stated that Carlsen’s actions were making a mockery of ‘the sanctity of the game’ and also took a dig at the Norwegian for their 2022 cheating scandal. The chesscom …

Magnis Carlsen criticises FIDE officials after ‘Jeangate’ fiasco at World Rapid & Blitz Championship 2024
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Magnis Carlsen criticises FIDE officials after ‘Jeangate’ fiasco at World Rapid & Blitz Championship 2024

The Hindu  

Defending champion Magnus Carlsen criticised the FIDE officials following the ‘Jeangate’ fiasco during the World Rapid and Blitz Championship 2024, in New York, last week. My father said that we should maybe wait until the morning to make a decision to speak to the FIDE president, Arkady Dvorkovich, whom we have a good relationship with,” said Carlsen to Take Take …

Magnus Carlsen's big charge against Viswanathan Anand: 'Not ready for his FIDE job'
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Magnus Carlsen's big charge against Viswanathan Anand: 'Not ready for his FIDE job'

Hindustan Times  

World No.1 Magnus Carlsen took potshots at Viswanathan Anand, the deputy president of chess' global governing body, saying that the five-time champion is unfit for his job. Magnus Carlsen took potshots at Viswanathan Anand, saying that the five-time champion is unfit for his FIDE job The Norwegian was involved in a huge row last week after he pulled out of …

World chess number one resolves dispute over jeans that caused him to quit tournament
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

World chess number one resolves dispute over jeans that caused him to quit tournament

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World Rapid & Blitz Championship 2024: FIDE relaxes dress code after ‘jeangate’; Carlsen set to return to competition
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

World Rapid & Blitz Championship 2024: FIDE relaxes dress code after ‘jeangate’; Carlsen set to return to competition

The Hindu  

The International Chess Federation on Sunday relaxed its dress code for players after world number one Magnus Carlsen was fined for wearing jeans at an event in New York. The FIDE said Carlsen, a five-time world chess champion, rejected the opportunity to switch out of his jeans, and he was issued a fine of USD 200. I’ll probably head off …

Norwegian chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen quits a tournament in a dispute over jeans
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Norwegian chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen quits a tournament in a dispute over jeans

Hindustan Times  

NEW YORK — Top ranked chess player Magnus Carlsen has left the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships after refusing to change out of the jeans he wore to the competition, the International Chess Federation said. Norwegian chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen quits a tournament in a dispute over jeans The federation said in a Friday statement that its regulations include …

Magnus Carlsen left us no choice: Viswanathan Anand on disqualification from World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship 2024
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Magnus Carlsen left us no choice: Viswanathan Anand on disqualification from World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship 2024

The Hindu  

Five-time world champion Viswanathan Anand said FIDE didn’t want to disqualify Magnus Carlsen from the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship, but the Norwegian left them with no choice after refusing to follow the rules. Defending champion Carlsen was fined USD 200 for wearing jeans, which are “explicitly prohibited” under tournament regulations and when he refused the request by chief …

Viswanathan Anand reacts to Magnus Carlsen pulling out of World Rapid And Blitz Championship: 'Refused to follow rules'
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Viswanathan Anand reacts to Magnus Carlsen pulling out of World Rapid And Blitz Championship: 'Refused to follow rules'

Hindustan Times  

Viswanathan Anand, the deputy president of chess' global governing body, said that Magnus Carlsen did not leave FIDE with any choice after he pulled out of the World Rapid and Blitz Championship. Magnus Carlsen was fined by FIDE for violating the dress code rules as he turned up wearing jeans on Day 2 of the event. Viswanathan Anand said that …

Magnus Carlsen’s chess championship run ends in dress code controversy: Here’s what happened with world no.1 Norwegian
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Magnus Carlsen’s chess championship run ends in dress code controversy: Here’s what happened with world no.1 Norwegian

Live Mint  

World no.1 Magnus Carlsen was thrown out of the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship in New York on Friday after the former world chess champion refused to change his attire despite a warning, violating FIDE's dress code. FIDE issues statement on Carlsen Meanwhile, the International Chess Federation issued a statement on Carlsen's breach of dress code and gave an …

Magnus Carlsen quits chess tournament after being told to change out of jeans
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Magnus Carlsen quits chess tournament after being told to change out of jeans

ABC  

Chess great Magnus Carlsen has quit the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships in New York after governing body FIDE barred him from participating in a round at the tournament for wearing jeans. Carlsen, who was world champion between 2013 and 2023 and is still the sport's top-ranked player, said he had a lunch meeting before the round and had …

Magnus Carlsen trolls Chess Federation with OOTD post after quitting championship
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Magnus Carlsen trolls Chess Federation with OOTD post after quitting championship

India Today  

5-time Chess World Championship winner Magnus Carlsen was at the centre of controversy in the 2024 World Rapid and Blitz Championship on Saturday, 28 December. FIDE Statement FIDE regulations for the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships, including the dress code, are designed to ensure professionalism and fairness for all participants. Today, Mr. Magnus Carlsen breached the dress code by …

Why was Magnus Carlsen disqualified from World Rapid and Blitz Championships 2024?
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Why was Magnus Carlsen disqualified from World Rapid and Blitz Championships 2024?

The Hindu  

Multiple-time World Champion and defending World Rapid and Blitz title holder was disqualified from the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championship 2024 happening in Wall Street, New York on Saturday. FOLLOW LIVE | WORLD RAPID & BLITZ CHAMPIONSHIP 2024 DAY 2 The Norwegian was fined $200 for wearing jeans before Chief Arbiter Alex Holowzsak disqualified him for repeated violation. FIDE …

Chess legend echoes Magnus Carlsen’s views on D Gukesh’s World Chess Championship win: ‘Not what we want to see…’
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Chess legend echoes Magnus Carlsen’s views on D Gukesh’s World Chess Championship win: ‘Not what we want to see…’

Live Mint  

D Gukesh recently made history by becoming the youngest ever World Chess Champion. While social media and many chess legends praised the youngster's landmark achievement, Gukesh also saw some negative reactions from a section of former players, including chess great Magnus Carlsen. The Norwegian also said that Gukesh's World Chess Championship final against China's Ding Liren looked like a second …

D Gukesh vs Magnus Carlsen showdown in Norway Chess tournament in 2025
Top News
1 month ago

D Gukesh vs Magnus Carlsen showdown in Norway Chess tournament in 2025

India Today  

The chess world is set for a blockbuster clash as reigning World Champion D Gukesh takes on Magnus Carlsen, the world's highest-rated player, at the Norway Chess tournament next year. D Gukesh vs Magnus Carlsen Reflecting on his upcoming challenge, Gukesh expressed his excitement: "I'm excited to face the strongest players in the world again in Norway, and also the …

Magnus Carlsen on prospect of a showdown against D Gukesh: 'Not part of this circus anymore'
1 month ago

Magnus Carlsen on prospect of a showdown against D Gukesh: 'Not part of this circus anymore'

Firstpost  

After becoming the youngest world champion in chess history on Thursday, Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh expressed his desire to face reigning world No 1 Magnus Carlsen, preferably while defending his title in the future. D Gukesh had expressed the desire to face world No 1 Magnus Carlsen after defeating Ding Liren in the 2024 FIDE World Championship in Singapore. FIDE/Reuters …

Watch: Magnus Carlsen left blushing as 20-year-old Indian chess player touches World No.1’s feet
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Watch: Magnus Carlsen left blushing as 20-year-old Indian chess player touches World No.1’s feet

Hindustan Times  

Considered by many to be one of the greats, Magnus Carlsen's presence in Kolkata has created plenty of excitement for chess fans. He ended the tournament in style, defeating Vidit Gujrathi in the final round to finish with three consecutive wins and a total of 13 points to win the blitz crown. Fans have flocked to the Dhono Dhanyo Auditorium …

World No 1 chess player Magnus Carlsen reveals why he doesn't play in India every year
2 months ago

World No 1 chess player Magnus Carlsen reveals why he doesn't play in India every year

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: Magnus Carlsen, the undisputed world number one for over a decade, believes chess ratings today are somewhat "deflated" compared to the past but remains unfazed by the possibility of someone surpassing him.The five-time world champion, who held the title from 2013 to 2023, chose not to defend his crown, citing lack of motivation. "I don't play a lot of …

Magnus Carlsen meets 3-year-old prodigy Anish Sarkar: 'Amazing to see his level'
2 months ago

Magnus Carlsen meets 3-year-old prodigy Anish Sarkar: 'Amazing to see his level'

India Today  

Three-year-old chess prodigy Anish Sarkar had the opportunity to meet and greet his idol Magnus Carlsen on Tuesday, November 12. Anish Sarkar with his idol Magnus Carlsen WHO IS ANISH SARKAR Hailing from Kaikhali in North Kolkata, Anish began his chess journey under the guidance of Grandmaster Dibyendu Barua. While Anish's idols are neither Magnus Carlsen nor Viswanathan Anand, his …

Carlsen defeats Niemann in first face-off since cheating scandal
4 months, 1 week ago

Carlsen defeats Niemann in first face-off since cheating scandal

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata: They sat at adjacent modular desks with headphones on, made no eye contact and played each other on their computers for close to five hours in one of the most hyped chess battles of recent times. Staged at the Espot Arena with a live audience, a stone’s throw away from the Louvre, Carlsen flew into a 6-2 lead in …

Magnus Carlsen Beats Hans Niemann in First Encounter Since Cheating Scandal
4 months, 1 week ago

Magnus Carlsen Beats Hans Niemann in First Encounter Since Cheating Scandal

News 18  

Chess great Magnus Carlsen beat nemesis Hans Niemann 17.5-12.5 to advance to the Speed Chess Championship final on Friday, in their first face-off since the world number one accused his American rival of cheating two years ago. One of the last games was aborted as Niemann complained about technical problems with his mouse and the server, although Carlsen’s lead was …

Speed Chess: Magnus Carlsen beats Hans Niemann in first encounter since cheating scandal
4 months, 1 week ago

Speed Chess: Magnus Carlsen beats Hans Niemann in first encounter since cheating scandal

The Hindu  

Chess great Magnus Carlsen beat nemesis Hans Niemann 17.5-12.5 to advance to the Speed Chess Championship final on Friday, in their first face-off since the world number one accused his American rival of cheating two years ago. One of the last games was aborted as Niemann complained about technical problems with his mouse and the server, although Carlsen's lead was …

Carlsen, Niemann settle chess cheating dispute outside court
1 year, 4 months ago

Carlsen, Niemann settle chess cheating dispute outside court

The Hindu  

Norwegian multiple world chess champion Magnus Carlsen and American Hans Niemann, accused of cheating at an event last year, have buried the hatchet and are ready to face off again, online platform Chess.com said Monday. “Since June, both sides have negotiated privately in a good-faith effort to resolve their issues and allow the chess world to move forward without further …

R Praggnanandhaa suffers heartbreaking loss in tie-breaker as Magnus Carlsen wins first-ever Chess World Cup
1 year, 4 months ago

R Praggnanandhaa suffers heartbreaking loss in tie-breaker as Magnus Carlsen wins first-ever Chess World Cup

India TV News  

Indian chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa suffered a heartbreaking loss in the final as five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen won the Chess World Cup for the first time in history. The 18-year-old Praggnanandhaa, who became only the second Indian and the youngest to feature in the Chess World Cup final, failed to manage time as Carlsen overpowered him in Baku on …

‘India is waiting’: Chess prodigy Praggnanandhaa takes on Magnus Carlsen
1 year, 4 months ago

‘India is waiting’: Chess prodigy Praggnanandhaa takes on Magnus Carlsen

Al Jazeera  

India’s 18-year-old grandmaster will take on Norway’s reigning world number one Magnus Carlsen in the Chess World Cup final in Baku. India will watch with bated breath as its chess prodigy Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa takes on Norway’s world number one Magnus Carlsen in the final of the International Chess Federation World Cup in Baku, Azerbaijan, starting on Tuesday. Ananthram, who has …

US judge throws out high-profile chess cheating lawsuit
1 year, 6 months ago

US judge throws out high-profile chess cheating lawsuit

The Hindu  

A US federal judge on Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit filed by chess player Hans Niemann, who was seeking $100 million from those who accused him of cheating, including former world champion Magnus Carlsen. “We are pleased the Court has rejected Hans Niemann’s attempt to recover an undeserved windfall in Missouri federal court,” said Craig Reiser, Carlsen’s attorney. His claims were …

How Norway is coping with a Magnus Carlsen-less WC
1 year, 8 months ago

How Norway is coping with a Magnus Carlsen-less WC

Hindustan Times  

For the first time since it opened for business, Good Knight pub in downtown Oslo doesn’t have the World Chess Championship playing on its screens. With home boy and five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen choosing not to defend his title, interest around this year’s match between Russia’s Ian Nepomniachtchi and Ding Liren of China, is largely muted in Norway. “Norway …

Chess star Hans Niemann accuses Magnus Carlsen of paying grandmaster to heckle him
2 years ago

Chess star Hans Niemann accuses Magnus Carlsen of paying grandmaster to heckle him

The Independent  

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‘No merit’ in Hans Neimann’s lawsuit against Magnus Carlsen and others, says group partly owned by world champion
2 years, 2 months ago

‘No merit’ in Hans Neimann’s lawsuit against Magnus Carlsen and others, says group partly owned by world champion

Firstpost  

US Grandmaster Neimann has filed a lawsuit against those who accused him of cheating — reigning world champion Magnus Carlsen, Chess.com and Japanese-American GM Hikaru Nakamura. Oslo: US chess grandmaster Hans Niemann’s lawsuit against those who accuse him of cheating is baseless, a gaming group partly owned by his main accuser, world champion Magnus Carlsen, said Tuesday. Carlsen has publicly …

Chess star Hans Niemann sues over cheating allegations
2 years, 2 months ago

Chess star Hans Niemann sues over cheating allegations

The Hindu  

A 19-year-old chess grandmaster is seeking $100 million in a federal lawsuit alleging a rival chess player and others destroyed his career with false accusations of cheating, elevating a controversy that has roiled the chess world since September. | In Focus podcast Hans Niemann filed the lawsuit Thursday in U.S. District Court in St. Louis against chess world champion Magnus …

Chess star Hans Niemann sues over cheating allegations
2 years, 2 months ago

Chess star Hans Niemann sues over cheating allegations

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Chess grandmaster Hans Niemann alleges …

Magnus Carlsen vs Hans Niemann: All you need to know about the ‘cheating’ saga in chess
2 years, 2 months ago

Magnus Carlsen vs Hans Niemann: All you need to know about the ‘cheating’ saga in chess

The Hindu  

With Hans Moke Niemann deciding to sue some of the biggest names and stakeholders of the game of chess, the drama surrounding the sport does not appear to be waning anytime soon. Niemann has filed a whopping $100million lawsuit against Magnus Carlsen, Hikaru Nakamura, the Play Magnus group, Chess.com, and the website’s chief chess officer Daniel Rensch. Enraged that the …

Hans Niemann files $100 million lawsuit against chess world champion Magnus Carlsen over cheating charges
2 years, 2 months ago

Hans Niemann files $100 million lawsuit against chess world champion Magnus Carlsen over cheating charges

Firstpost  

Hans Niemann has admitted to cheating in the past on Chess.com, but denies the most recent accusations, claiming to be “ready to play naked,” if necessary. American grandmaster Hans Niemann, in the latest move in a scandal that has rocked the world of chess, filed a lawsuit on Thursday against Magnus Carlsen after the Norwegian world champion accused him of …

Chess player accused of cheating gets body scanned before entering competition
2 years, 3 months ago

Chess player accused of cheating gets body scanned before entering competition

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy US chess player Hans …

Hans Niemann: American chess star accused of cheating by rival Magnus Carlsen has likely done so in more than 100 games, report claims
2 years, 3 months ago

Hans Niemann: American chess star accused of cheating by rival Magnus Carlsen has likely done so in more than 100 games, report claims

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy An American chess star …

Hans Niemann 'likely cheated' more than 100 times, finds Chess platform investigation
2 years, 3 months ago

Hans Niemann 'likely cheated' more than 100 times, finds Chess platform investigation

Firstpost  

In a 72-page report, Chess.com investigation found Hans Niemann had cheated more often and more recently than what he claims. Chess world champion Magnus Carlsen had last month accused Hans Niemann of cheating in controversial times for the sport. Explained | Magnus Carlsen vs Hans Niemann, the chess cheating controversy “I believe that Niemann has cheated more—and more recently—than he …

International Chess Federation to investigate accusations of cheating made by Magnus Carlsen on Hans Niemann
2 years, 3 months ago

International Chess Federation to investigate accusations of cheating made by Magnus Carlsen on Hans Niemann

Firstpost  

The International Chess Federation, FIDE, says that it will create an investigatory panel comprising three members of its fair play commission to look into the claims. The governing body of chess said on Friday that it would investigate claims by five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen that American player Hans Niemann had cheated. The 31-year-old Carlsen this week for the first …

Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann: FIDE panel to look into cheating allegations
2 years, 3 months ago

Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann: FIDE panel to look into cheating allegations

The Hindu  

The International Chess Federation said it will convene a three-person panel to look into world champion Magnus Carlsen’s allegations that American player Hans Niemann had cheated. Carlsen, 31, withdrew from the Sinquefield Cup in St Louis, Missouri earlier this month after losing to the 19-year-old, who lags him by almost 200 Elo points - the rating system used to calculate …

Chess cheating expert finds no signs of foul play by Hans Niemann against Magnus Carlsen
2 years, 3 months ago

Chess cheating expert finds no signs of foul play by Hans Niemann against Magnus Carlsen

ABC  

One of the world's leading chess cheating experts says an American grandmaster at the centre of the sport's biggest scandal has shown no sign of foul play. Key points: World champion Magnus Carlsen has accused Hans Niemann of cheating against him Leading chess cheating expert Kenneth Regan says analysis from the game shows no irregularities Niemann has strongly denied he …

Did Hans Niemann cheat in his victory over world champion Magnus Carlsen? | In Focus podcast
2 years, 3 months ago

Did Hans Niemann cheat in his victory over world champion Magnus Carlsen? | In Focus podcast

The Hindu  

There is a minor storm in the chess world over alleged cheating. It all began on September 4 when a 19-year-old grandmaster named Hans Niemann defeated world champion Magnus Carlsen in an over-the-board game in a tournament in the US. Following this shocking loss to a player rated much lower, Carlsen withdrew from the tournament - something that almost never …

By rook or by crook: Magnus Carlsen vs Hans Niemann, the chess cheating controversy explained
2 years, 3 months ago

By rook or by crook: Magnus Carlsen vs Hans Niemann, the chess cheating controversy explained

Firstpost  

World champion Magnus Carlsen has accused Hans Niemann of cheating, rocking the chess world. A cheating scandal has rocked the chess world and at the centre of the controversy are two players — World Champion Magnus Carlsen, the accuser, and American teenager Hans Niemann, the defendant. On Tuesday, after winning the Julius Baer Generation Cup, Carlsen released a statement on …

Magnus Carlsen vs Hans Niemann: Chess' Biggest Cheating Scandal Explained
2 years, 3 months ago

Magnus Carlsen vs Hans Niemann: Chess' Biggest Cheating Scandal Explained

The Quint  

To quote Macbeth, once the hurly-burly was done, and battles lost and won, Magnus Carlsen finally released an extensive and detailed statement that the chess world had been waiting for. Admitting that he is “frustrated” as well, Carlsen adds “I want to continue to play chess at the highest level in the best events.”. First, Carlsen states “I believe that …

Explained | Carlsen vs. Niemann: The ‘cheating’ controversy rocking the Chess world
2 years, 3 months ago

Explained | Carlsen vs. Niemann: The ‘cheating’ controversy rocking the Chess world

The Hindu  

The story so far: Norwegian World Champion Magnus Carlsen resigned from a game played online on September 19 with 49th ranked U.S player Hans Niemann, after Niemann opened by moving a white pawn. Speaking to Meltwater Champions Chess Tour on September 22, Carlsen said that he would speak about his one-move resignation against Niemann only after the Julius Baer Generation …

Magnus Carlsen accuses Hans Niemann of recent cheating, unwilling to play the American
2 years, 3 months ago

Magnus Carlsen accuses Hans Niemann of recent cheating, unwilling to play the American

Firstpost  

In a statement published on Twitter, Magnus Carlsen said that he believes Hans Niemann has cheated more and more recently than he’s willing to admit. London: Magnus Carlsen for the first time openly accused American Hans Niemann of cheating, saying the rising star had done so more recently and more often than he previously admitted. pic.twitter.com/KY34DbcjLo — Magnus Carlsen September …

Chess champion Magnus Carlsen accuses Hans Niemann of cheating
2 years, 3 months ago

Chess champion Magnus Carlsen accuses Hans Niemann of cheating

Al Jazeera  

The accusation comes after five-time world champion Carlsen abruptly withdrew from the Sinquefield Cup in the US after losing to Niemann. Chess superstar Magnus Carlsen has for the first time openly accused American player Hans Niemann of cheating, saying the rising star had done so more recently and more often than he previously admitted. The chess world has been drowned …

World Chess Champ Accuses Teen Opponent Of Repeated Cheating
2 years, 3 months ago

World Chess Champ Accuses Teen Opponent Of Repeated Cheating

Huff Post  

World chess champion Magnus Carlsen accused another player, Hans Niemann, of cheating "more ― and more recently ― than he has publicly admitted." Niemann’s victory was such an upset that it inspired a bizarre and unsubstantiated theory that he used a computer program that secretly communicated winning moves via a “prostate massager” or “wireless anal beads.” Although Niemann insisted that …

FIDE shares Carlsen's concerns about the damage of cheating in chess
2 years, 3 months ago

FIDE shares Carlsen's concerns about the damage of cheating in chess

The Hindu  

The International Chess Federation has rebuked world champion Magnus Carlsen for abruptly conceding an online game against Hans Niemann while adding it shared the Norwegian's concerns surrounding cheating in the sport. Carlsen resigned after just one move against American Niemann, who lags almost 200 Elo points behind him, at the Julius Baer Generation Cup this week, just days after he …

Magnus Carlsen: In future, cheaters should not be taken lightly
2 years, 3 months ago

Magnus Carlsen: In future, cheaters should not be taken lightly

The Hindu  

World champion Magnus Carlsen on Thursday spoke on the issue of cheating in chess. In an interview with chess24’s Oslo broadcast host Kaja Snare, Carlsen said, “I think individual people will answer the question differently depending on their own experiences. I think regardless of whether it’s a massive problem or not, it’s I think fairly easy to cheat and, on …

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