Vladimir Kramnik Below Fireplace: Russian Star Faces Ethics Investigation; Fide Begins Probe

The Worldwide Chess Federation (FIDE) is investigating Vladimir Kramnik over controversial feedback surrounding the demise of American grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky. Federation president Arkady Dvorkovich warned towards harassment, bullying, and private assaults in public debates. Kramnik’s statements, made earlier than and after Naroditsky’s October 20 demise, have been referred to FIDE’s Ethics & Disciplinary Fee. Naroditsky, former World Junior Champion, died unexpectedly at 29, introduced by the Charlotte Chess Heart. Final 12 months, he accused Kramnik of dishonest on-line and appeared distressed in an October 18 Twitch broadcast, later deleted however reviewed by USA TODAY. Kramnik defended himself to Reuters, citing private bullying and even homicide threats. High gamers, together with Hikaru Nakamura and Magnus Carlsen, criticized Kramnik’s therapy of Naroditsky.

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