Chess world fumes over joint world blitz title for Carlsen and Nepo
Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi shared the World Blitz Championship title after three tie-breaking matches, causing controversy in the chess community. Carlsen's initial disqualification for a dress code violation and FIDE's subsequent rule amendments added to the contentious atmosphere, with criticisms from players like Hans Niemann suggesting bias in decision-making.
Magnus Carlsen and Ian Nepomniachtchi shared the World Blitz Championship title after three tie-breaking matches, causing controversy in the chess community. Carlsen's initial disqualification for a dress code violation and FIDE's subsequent rule amendments added to the contentious atmosphere, with criticisms from players like Hans Niemann suggesting bias in decision-making.
