The Latest Breaking News from Hans Niemann

The 19-year-old grandmaster is suing Chess.com, rival Magnus Carlsen and others.

Filed today, Niemann v. Carlsen (E.D. Mo.). I can't opine on the facts, but I was particularly interested in one of the many claims in the lawsuit: By insisting that the Sinquefield Cup impose enhanced anti-cheating measures after his loss to Niemann, resigning from the tournament immediately thereafter, and then…

The bizarre saga surrounding chess champion Hans Niemann continues as his opponent at the US Championships 'decapitates' his king.

As the chess furore between Carlsen and Niemann rolls on, we take a look at some enduring disputes in sport

Cheat-reveals have always been deliciously funny, but now our whole idea of what cheating is has shifted, says Eva Wiseman

The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week.

Letter: Martha Lea on why the chess community is angry about the Hans Niemann controversy

The controversial 19-year-old began well in St Louis, but now he is among the tailenders

A cheating scandal has rocked the chess world, but it's just the latest in a long list of sports cheats.

The chess world is being rocked by accusations of cheating — but how can chess regulators spot cheats, especially in online games?

After 40 years out of the spotlight, the beef between Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann has made people talk about chess again, says author Stephen Moss