Chess | Drama! FIDE CEO slams Hikaru Nakamura's claims of Magnus Carlsen Candidates favouritism

Chess | Drama! FIDE CEO slams Hikaru Nakamura's claims of Magnus Carlsen Candidates favouritism

 21:04 01/09/2025

FIDE CEO Emil Sutovsky refuted Hikaru Nakamura's claims that the Candidates' rating qualification spot was designed for Magnus Carlsen's potential return. Sutovsky clarified that the rule has existed for years and now benefits top players like Nakamura. He emphasised the spot ensures the inclusion of the world's best, not specifically targeting Carlsen, whose return is deemed unlikely.
Chess: ‘Whole lot of letters...’ — Magnus Carlsen welcomes Praggnanandhaa to Team Liquid

Chess: ‘Whole lot of letters...’ — Magnus Carlsen welcomes Praggnanandhaa to Team Liquid

 14:04 12/08/2025

Magnus Carlsen's Team Liquid welcomes the young Indian chess prodigy, R Praggnanandhaa, ahead of the Esports World Cup in Riyadh. Praggnanandhaa joins other Indian players in the esports arena, while Carlsen and other grandmasters have already secured their spots. Praggnanandhaa will compete in the Last Chance Qualifiers for a chance to participate in the tournament.
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