FIDE Probes Public Statements of Vladimir Kramnik Over Naroditsky's Death

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The World Chess Federation (FIDE) has launched an investigation into the public statements made by former world chess champion Vladimir Kramnik, following the tragic death of American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky. Kramnik had previously accused Naroditsky of cheating in online chess, and his comments raised suspicions about Naroditsky's sudden passing. FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich confirmed that the world chess body will probe all public statements made by Kramnik, both before and after the incident.

Naroditsky, who had spoken out against Kramnik's accusations, was found unconscious in his home on Sunday before his death was confirmed. Local police suspect Naroditsky may have died by suicide or accidentally overdosed, and are awaiting toxicology results to determine the cause.

Key Takeaways:

  • FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich has referred all relevant public statements made by GM Vladimir Kramnik to the FIDE Ethics and Disciplinary Commission for independent consideration.
  • Kramnik had accused American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky of cheating in online chess, raising suspicions about Naroditsky's sudden passing.
  • Naroditsky had spoken out against Kramnik's accusations, stating that he felt harassed and bullied after Kramnik's comments.
  • FIDE officials have accused Kramnik of creating a toxic atmosphere around the young player.
  • Kramnik has threatened to take legal action against FIDE, accusing them of launching a "smear campaign" against him.
  • Naroditsky's mother, Elena Naroditsky, said that her son's dignity and reputation as a chess player were of utmost importance to him.

Statistics:

  • Daniel Naroditsky was 29 years old at the time of his death.
  • Kramnik released a series of explosive tweets questioning the circumstances of Naroditsky's death.
  • FIDE has launched an investigation into the public statements made by Kramnik.
  • The investigation will consider all public statements made by Kramnik, both before and after Naroditsky's death.
  • Local police suspect Naroditsky may have died by suicide or accidentally overdosed.
  • Toxicology results are awaited to determine the cause of Naroditsky's death.

Sources:

  • [IE Online]
  • [NBC News]
  • [Daily Mail]