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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.

More than a game: Caitlin Clark’s ‘Taylor Swift 2.0’ fame is reshaping women’s basketball and testing her limits

Since joining Indiana Fever, Caitlin Clark has inspired a record merchandise sales and television ratings for the team and WNBA.

Novak Djokovic withdraws from Paris Masters, doubts grow over ATP Finals participation

Novak Djokovic is guaranteed to play only one more ATP tour event this year and could skip the ATP Finals as well after withdrawing from the Paris Masters.

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.

La Liga rues missed opportunity as Barca's USA match is cancelled, club president left red-faced: ‘Initiatives such as this are essential’

Barcelona president Joan Laporta was left red-faced as hours after he defended the club’s La Liga match against Villareal in Miami, USA, the game was cancelled by the league body due to protests in Spain.

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.

India captain refuses handshake with Pakistan counterpart at Asian Youth Games kabaddi match as snub continues; watch video

Another Indian captain has now decided to boycott handshakes against Pakistan as tension flared during an Asian Youth Games kabaddi match.

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 Ruben Amorim isn't out of danger yet despite Manchester United beating Liverpool at Anfield after nine years

Bryan Mbeumo and Harry Maguire starred in Manchester United's emphatic 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, with the 'Red Devils' winning at this venue for the first time since January 2016, giving manager Ruben Amorim some much-needed breathing space.

Sean Dyche named Nottingham Forest manager after Ange Postecoglou's unceremonious exit

Former Burnley and Everton manager Sean Dyche has been appointed the new head coach until 2027 after Ange Postecoglou was fired following just 40 days in charge, with Nottingham Forest removing him minutes after their 3-0 home defeat against Chelsea on Saturday.

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.

Why Cristiano Ronaldo is unlikely to travel to India for Al-Nassr’s AFC Champions League 2 match vs FC Goa

Cristiano Ronaldo is unlikely to travel to India with Al-Nassr for their AFC Champions League 2 match against FC Goa in Margao on October 22. The 40-year-old superstar is likely to miss the trip despite multiple requests from FC Goa management.

'Now it's time to rest...': Novak Djokovic talks about recovery after retiring at Six Kings Slam

Novak Djokovic opened up about his recovery after retiring at the Six Kings Slam. He is planning to rest and regain fitness for the last couple of events in 2025.

'I am concerned about...': Ruben Amorim criticises players despite United's historic win against Liverpool

Manchester United ended their long wait at Anfield with a dramatic 2-1 win over Liverpool, thanks to a late Harry Maguire header. Despite the historic victory, manager Ruben Amorim made a complaint about his players and made it clear that the celebration would be short-lived.

Liverpool vs Man Utd Highlights: United take historic 2-1 win at Anfield thanks to Maguire's late goal

LFC vs MUFC Highlights (Liverpool vs Manchester United Premier League match scorecard): Manchester United claimed a historic 2-1 victory at Anfield thanks to Mbeumo’s early strike and Maguire’s late header in the 84th minute. It sealed the win for the Red Devils at Anfield. Liverpool had equalised in the second half with Gakpo's strike, but United managed to make a comeback to register their second consecutive PL win.

Asian football corruption: Japan may leave AFC, form new East Asian federation; India also impacted

Japan may leave the AFC to form a new East Asian Football Association due to alleged bias and unfair decisions. The governance and fairness issue in AFC has become a talking point over the past few months, and it may have also impacted teams like India.

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.

Sinner exacts revenge on Alcaraz, wins Six Kings Slam: ‘I wish I could play like this everywhere’; Alcaraz hails rival

Jannik Sinner was in his element as Carlos Alcaraz never got a chance, suffering a crushing defeat to the Italian in the Six Kings Slam final.

Why Barcelona and Girona players stood still for 15 seconds despite kick-off in La Liga match

Barcelona and Girona players started the Saturday's La Liga match with a 15-second pause after kick-off in protest against La Liga.

Ange Postecoglou sacked by Nottingham Forest 20 minutes after Chelsea defeat

Nottingham Forest have sacked head coach Ange Postecoglou after eight winless games in charge. The Australian manager lasted just 39 days at the club. The decision comes following a 3-0 home defeat to Chelsea.

Exclusive | Jaipur Polo: A legacy and responsibility of HH Sawai Padmanabh Singh

The Jaipur Polo Team has begun the 2025-26 Indian Polo Season with a commanding performance. In an exclusive Firstpost feature, HH Maharaja Sawai Padmanabh Singh opens up about the team's revival as the squad is bolstered by international players like Lance Watson

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.

Who is Natalie Grabow, the oldest woman to finish Ironman World Championship at age 80

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