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Magnus Carlsen, Ian Nepomniachtchi Share World Blitz Title, Sparking Chess World Controversy

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The decision by Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi to share the World Blitz Championship title has ignited outrage across the chess community. The incident occurred at the FIDE Rapid and Blitz Championship in New York after a series of drawn tiebreak games left the pair without a clear winner.

In a widely shared video, Carlsen is heard telling Nepo that if FIDE refused their request to share the title, they could continue drawing games until FIDE gave in. The video has prompted accusations of rule-breaking, with critics calling it a violation of the sport’s ethics.

US Grandmaster Hans Niemann was among the first to criticize the move, posting on social media: “This is cause for an investigation by the FIDE Ethics Committee.” He accused the players of undermining the tournament's credibility and breaking rules, particularly as both had previously accused him of misconduct.

Former world champion Vladimir Kramnik also weighed in, criticizing FIDE’s failure to anticipate such a scenario in its regulations. He sarcastically referred to the organization’s focus on enforcing strict dress codes—an issue that almost led to Carlsen’s withdrawal from the event.

Indian Grandmaster Srinath Narayanan compared the situation to other sports, highlighting how athletes like Novak Djokovic fought through intense matches rather than sharing trophies. He also condemned Carlsen’s suggestion as a form of “blackmail” against FIDE.

Adding to the backlash, GM Daniel Naroditsky questioned the flexibility of the rules, asking why more players couldn’t be declared co-champions under similar logic. GM Susan Polgar pointed out past incidents where players were penalized for playing out draws, further fueling criticism of FIDE’s inconsistency.

The incident has sparked widespread calls for reform, with many in the chess community urging FIDE to tighten regulations and preserve the integrity of the game. As the controversy unfolds, the chess world continues to debate where the true power lies in the sport.

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