A dress-code violation over the wearing of jeans saw Carlsen fined and after refusing to comply, he was not paired for round 9, resulting in his withdrawal.

Five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen was first fined and then disqualified from the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship here for his refusal to comply with FIDE's dress code after turning up in jeans.

World No 1 Magnus Carlsen was first fined and then disqualified from the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship in New York for his refusal to comply with FIDE’s dress code after turning up in jeans.

HIL: The Hockey India League starts with Team Gonasika up against Delhi SG Pipers at 8:15 PM. Chess: FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championship is underway in New York, USA. PKL: Haryana Steelers and Patna Pirates qualify for the PKL 11 final. ISL: Mohammedan and Odisha play out a goalless draw.

Defending champion Magnus Carlsen was disqualified from the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship 2024 on Saturday for violating FIDE’s dress code.

The World of sports witnessed a bizarre controversy as Magnus Carlsen stormed out of the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship following a wardrobe controversy.

Multiple-time World Champion and defending World Rapid and Blitz Championship title holder has been disqualified from the World Rapid and Blitz Championship 2024 happening in Wall Street, New York on Saturday.

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi opened his campaign with four wins and a solitary loss in the World Rapid Chess Championship to be tied fifth even as defending champion Magnus Carlsen endured a frustrating day,

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi is off to a strong start in the World Rapid Chess Championship, tying for fifth place after five rounds with four wins. Meanwhile, Raunak Sadhwani, another Indian player,