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Daniel Naroditsky found unconscious on couch by friends; police find no foul play: Report
The circumstances surrounding American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky's sudden demise at the age of 29 had been kept under the wraps since the news broke on Monday. A recent report, however, reveals shocking new details on the tragic incident.
Vladimir Kramnik hits back at critics after being blamed for Daniel Naroditsky's death: 'Constantly receiving direct threats'
Vladimir Kramnik has been accused of indirectly causing American GM Daniel Naroditsky's death at the age of 29 through his controversial crusade against cheating, in which he had leveled cheating allegations against several players without proof.
FIDE acts against Vladimir Kramnik as chess world blames him for hounding late Daniel Naroditsky: ‘His contributions are undeniable…’
World chess body FIDE has announced that it will investigate Vladimir Kramnik’s cheating accusations and his comments against American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, who died suddenly at the age of 29.
Daniel Naroditsky's final video posted shortly before his death goes viral for haunting title: 'You thought I was gone!?'
Daniel Naroditsky had ended a long hiatus on YouTube by posting a video for the first time in three months on Friday. It would sadly turn out to be his final video on the platform, with the American GM passing away just two days later at the age of 29.
FIDE CEO slams Kramnik for 'appalling, shameful' response, questions where Naroditsky’s well-wishers were before death
CEO Emil Sutovsky added that FIDE, the Lausanne-based governing body for chess, will be looking into Vladimir Kramnik and the cheating accusations that he had leveled at American GM Daniel Naroditsky, who passed away at the age of 29 on Sunday.
Daniel Naroditsky tragedy exposes dark underbelly of chess world and Vladimir Kramnik’s controversial cheating crusade
Cheating allegations are hardly a recent phenomenon in chess. However, it wasn't until the tragic demise of 29-year-old Daniel Naroditsky, who had been repeatedly targeted by Vladimir Kramnik, that full impact of such allegations, especially without proof, has been understood.
Kramnik hits back at critics, defends anti-cheating measures following Naroditsky’s death: ‘I became a subject of murder threats’
With top chess players suggesting that Vladimir Kramnik’s cheating allegations led to Daniel Naroditsky’s death, the Russian Grandmaster has defended his anti-cheating measures in a series of posts on social media.
Magnus Carlsen criticises Vladimir Kramnik after Naroditsky's death: 'He was not in a great space'
Magnus Carlsen has criticised Vladimir Kramnik’s anti-cheating ‘crusade’, saying it put Daniel Naroditsky, who died on Sunday at the age of 29, under immense mental pressure.
Nihal Sarin drops bombshell after Vladimir Kramnik faces heat over Daniel Naroditsky’s death: 'Literally taken a life'
Russian chess icon Vladimir Kramnik had accused American GM and popular streamer Daniel Naroditsky of cheating in online games which the latter had vehemently denied. Indian GM Nihal Sarin later revealed Naroditsky was under "immense stress" due to the "baseless accusations".
'Worse than dirt': How American GM Daniel Naroditsky had responded after being accused of cheating by Vladimir Kramnik
American Grandmaster and popular commentator Daniel Naroditsky, who passed away at the age of 29 on Sunday, had also admitted to being mentally affected after being accused of cheating in online chess by Russian chess icon Vladimir Kramnik.
Why Vladimir Kramnik's posts on American GM Daniel Naroditsky's death has snowballed into a massive controversy
While several members of the chess community, from legends of the game to current stars, have expressed sorrow over American GM and popular commentator Daniel Naroditsky's death at the age of 29, Vladimir Kramnik finds himself making headlines for the wrong reasons.
Chess world left stunned after Daniel Naroditsky, American GM and popular commentator, dies aged 29: ‘Massive loss’
Daniel Naroditsky, who had achieved his Grandmaster's title at the age of 18 in 2013, was among the most well-known figures in American chess and later gained a worldwide following as a commentator.
Faustino Oro Exclusive | ‘I'm not really focused on the record of the youngest Grandmaster,’ says ‘Messi of Chess’
In an exclusive interview with Firstpost, Argentinian chess prodigy Faustino Oro – nicknamed the ‘Messi of Chess’ – opens up on the prospect of becoming the youngest Grandmaster ever, competing in the upcoming FIDE World Cup, his thoughts on the rise of Indian chess and more.
Total Chess World Championship: Why so-called 'Magnus Tour' could undermine FIDE’s crown jewel
Norway Chess announced 'Total Chess World Championship Tour', an ambitious new tournament that aims to crown the best player across formats, earlier this week, securing FIDE's backing as well as Magnus Carlsen's approval. Here's why it might not be for the best.
Praggnanandhaa hails Carlsen for setting benchmark for excellence in chess: 'Continues to inspire many players'
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa described world No 1 Magnus Carlsen as someone who continues to inspire players every single day, with the five-time world champion's authority still unchallenged for more than a decade now.
12-year-old Chess sensation Faustino Oro wins Prodigy U21 title at GCL Contenders 2025 Knockout Challengers Round
In a thrilling finale, the talented Oro defeated Indian GM Pranav Anand to win the Prodigy U21 title at GCL Contenders 2025 Knockout Challengers Round.
Magnus Carlsen backs controversial ‘Total Chess World Championship Tour’ amid backlash from top players: ‘Magnus Tour is back’
Magnus Carlsen has backed the new Total Chess World Championship Tour, which has sparked a storm in the chess world, with top grandmasters including Anish Giri and Susan Polgar questioning the tournament.
Chess welcomes new Total World Championship, but Hikaru Nakamura labels it's 'Total fluff'
Organisers of the prestigious Norway Chess have announced the 'Total Chess World Championship Tour' – a brand new event that aims to crown a champion across all time controls and has the backing of Lausanne-based governing body FIDE.
‘He’s 2 weeks old, but he’s fat and happy’: Magnus Carlsen shares update on newborn baby
Five-time World Champion Magnus Carlsen shared a sweet update about becoming a father, revealing details about his newborn son and life after parenthood.
Praggnanandhaa opens up on rivalry with world champion Gukesh: 'I started playing before him, was already stronger'
Ahead of the FIDE Chess World Cup, which gets underway in Goa later this month, R Praggnanandhaa opened up on his rivalry with fellow Indian Grandmaster and reigning Classical world champion D Gukesh and also compared their playing styles.
'Others dance to celebrate, but I move like a king': Gukesh's viral ad appearance wins the internet
World Chess Champion D Gukesh has gone viral with his new ad, with fans flooding the internet with jokes and memes in response to the advertisement. This comes just days after the king-toss controversy involving Hikaru Nakamura.
Why Norway, home of world's best chess player Magnus Carlsen, is skipping the European Championships
Norway is missing from the 2025 European Team Chess Championships in Batumi despite being home to World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen. Here's why the Norwegian Chess Federation didn't send a team to Georgia.
Anand takes subtle jibe at Kasparov after defeat in 'Clutch Chess': 'Don’t have to hide my face when I return home'
Viswanathan Anand, however, was disappointed with his performance against former arch-rival Garry Kasparov in 'Clutch Chess: The Legends', the three-day event in St. Louis that ended in a 13-11 scoreline in favour of the Russian on Friday.
Anand haunted by 'ghosts of past', says Kasparov after winning 'Clutch Chess': 'His score against me historically is bad'
Garry Kasparov defeated former rival Viswanathan Anand comfortably to win 'Clutch Chess: The Legends', a $144,000 three-day event in St Louis, USA that pitted the two former world No 1s and world champions.
Viswanathan Anand opens up on clock blunder during Clutch Chess battle against Garry Kasparov: ‘Completely forgot'
Viswanathan Anand had the advantage over fellow chess legend Garry Kasparov in Game 5 of their 'Clutch Chess: The Legends' showdown in St Louis, USA when the Indian GM failed to notice time running out on the clock.
Garry Kasparov points towards clock as Viswanathan Anand suffers unusual defeat during Clutch Chess showdown
The incident took place during the opening game of Day 2 of the highly-anticipated showdown between the former world No 1s and multiple-time world champions, in which Garry Kasparov ended up defeating Viswanathan Anand on the clock rather than through the board position.
Karthikeyan Murali: Meet ‘Karthi Anna’ who helped R Vaishali bounce back at Grand Swiss
R Vaishali was set to skip the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025, but Karthikeyan Murali’s encouragement changed the game as she went on to win the tournament.
Garry Kasparov stuns Vishy Anand with a pre-move as commentator goes crazy: ‘Did you see that?’
Chess legend Garry Kasparov pulled off a pre-move against Indian great Vishy Anand during a blitz game on Day 1 of the Clutch Chess: Legends 2025 event.
Nakamura responds to criticism, tells Gukesh to dance to Bollywood song if he wins in India: 'He should start dancing'
Hikaru Nakamura has defended himself after tossing D Gukesh’s king into the crowd during the Checkmate: USA vs India exhibition match in Texas. He even suggested Gukesh dance to Bollywood music if he wins in a reverse match in India later this year.
Nakamura throwing Gukesh’s king enrages purists, but Chess is finally breaking free from centuries-old decorum
Hikaru Nakamura throwing away D Gukesh’s king was more a sign of chess breaking free from its centuries-old traditions rather than a mark of disrespect.