The Carlsen-Niemann Affair

In the last few days the chess world has been in enormous upheaval after the World Champion Magnus Carlsen withdrew from the Sinquefield Cup in protest after three rounds, with an unspoken accusation of cheating of the player who had defeated him, US rising star Hans Niemann. Lines were drawn, accusations made and defenses stated. Here is a full overview of both sides of this explosive controversy.

A stunning move shakes the chess world : NPR

After Magnus Carlsen's allegations, Chess.com report claims Hans Niemann 'likely cheated' over 100 times - ESPN

US judge throws out high-profile chess cheating lawsuit - Sportstar

Chess prodigy Hans Niemann was caught cheating online as recently as 2020, report claims

The Anatomy of Carlsen-Niemann cheating controversy - The Chess Drum

Chess Controversies

Niemann mentor demands apology from Magnus Carlsen (Norwegian article) : r/chess

Hans Niemann probably cheated in more than 100 chess games, investigation finds, Chess

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Chess cheating controversy: Hans Niemann pattern of cheating report by chess.com