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Magnus Carlsen, the chess world champion, has accused the American teenager of ‘cheating more – and more recently – then he has publicly admitted’

Magnus Carlsen said the progress of his rival has been ‘unusual’

Once a pawn a time, the chess world was in perfect harmony. Grandmasters would coexist, there was no beef between players, and everything was glorious. But now, the chess world has been absolutely shaken, rattled and rolled. If you’re looking for the ultimate recap of all the drama in the…

Magnus Carlsen has released a strong statement on the recent cheating controversy in a chess match between the world champion and Hans Niemann

World champion resigned from online match against American after one move

In an explosive statement posted to social media, the Norwegian says his unexpected loss to the 19-year-old earlier this month had strengthened existing suspicions.

‘I generally want… cheating in chess to be dealt with seriously’

A 19-year-old defeated Magnus Carlsen, often described as the best chess player who ever lived. Chaos followed, reports Richard Hall

The month-long saga has cast a shadow over the game since Magnus Carlsen first alluded to possible cheating by young rival Hans Niemann.

Carlsen was in imperious form in the first match and won in 40 moves with white pieces

A 19-year-old defeated Magnus Carlsen, often described as the best chess player who ever lived. Chaos followed, reports Richard Hall