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Daniel Naroditsky’s death: FIDE CEO bashes hypocrisy – ‘Where were all of you… ‘ | Chess News

Emil Sutovsky spoke out against the like-grabbing and virtue signalling that ensued on social media after the death of American grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky (Images via X/@EmilSutovsky) The International Chess Federation (FIDE) CEO Emil Sutovsky on Wednesday described former world champion Vladimir Kramnik’s comments on American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky as “appalling and outright shameful,” while also…

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Exclusive | ‘We didn’t tell any players, not even Magnus Carlsen’: How Norway Chess did what Freestyle couldn’t | Chess News

Magnus Carlsen vs D Gukesh (Norway Chess Photo) NEW DELHI: The chess world has recently undergone a mix of surprise and confusion after last week’s announcement of the new “Total Chess World Championship”, a concept developed by Norway Chess and officially approved by the International Chess Federation (FIDE).From Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi’s witty explainer video to…

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Historic! 10-year-old Indian-origin British chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan beats ex-World Champion GM Mariya Muzychuk | Chess News

Bodhana Sivanandan (Photo by Christopher Furlong/Getty Images) Ten-year-old British chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan achieved a remarkable victory by defeating former World Champion Grandmaster Mariya Muzychuk at the European Club Cup in Rhodes, Greece on Sunday, becoming one of the youngest chess players to take down a former World Champion.Born in London in 2015 to parents…

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Days before his tragic death, chess GM Daniel Naroditsky posted YouTube video with shocking title | Chess News

Daniel Naroditsky (Kelly Centrelli/Charlotte Chess Center via AP) Daniel Naroditsky, a prominent American chess grandmaster and instructor, has passed away at the age of 29. The Charlotte Chess Center announced his death on October 20, 2025, with the cause remaining undisclosed.Naroditsky, a Stanford graduate, achieved remarkable success in the chess world, becoming a grandmaster at…

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After Daniel Naroditsky’s death, India’s Nihal Sarin blasts Vladimir Kramnik – ‘Baseless accusations caused him immense pain’ | Chess News

Vladimir Kramnik and Daniel Naroditsky Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin has indirectly criticised Russian chess legend Vladimir Kramnik following the unexpected death of American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky at the age of 29. Vladimir Kramnik had previously accused Naroditsky of cheating during chess matches. The allegations suggested Naroditsky used a chess engine on a second screen for…

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Watch: Hikaru Nakamura breaks down while discussing the death of American GM Daniel Naroditsky | Chess News

Hikaru Nakamura struggled for composure while discussing the passing of Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky. (YouTube) The chess community went into mourning over the unexpected death of American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, who passed away at age 29. The Charlotte Chess Center announced the tragic news on Monday through their X account, sending shockwaves through the chess world.“The…

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Chess Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky dies at 29: Details on his sudden death | Chess News

Daniel Naroditsky, a 29-year-old chess grandmaster from the Bay Area celebrated for his playing skills and commentary, died unexpectedly, his family announced on Monday. (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: Daniel Naroditsky, a 29-year-old chess grandmaster from the Bay Area celebrated for his playing skills and commentary, died unexpectedly, his family announced Monday. A Stanford graduate,…

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Daniel Naroditsky, chess grandmaster and top US YouTube teacher, dies at 29 leaving community in grief | International Sports News

Daniel Naroditsky, chess grandmaster and top US YouTube teacher, dies at 29 leaving community in grief (Image via Getty) Daniel Naroditsky, a famous U.S. grandmaster and one of the most loved chess commentators, has died at the young age of 29. The news was confirmed on Monday by the Charlotte Chess Center, where he worked…

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Daniel Naroditsky cause of death: How did the chess influencer and grandmaster die at 29 | International Sports News

Daniel Naroditsky cause of death: How did the chess influencer and grandmaster die at 29 (Image via Getty) Daniel Naroditsky, a popular American chess grandmaster and online teacher, has died at the young age of 29. His death was announced by the Charlotte Chess Center on October 20, 2025. The cause of death has not…

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Who is Danny Rensch? The chess master who turned his passion into a billion-dollar business empire

In the world of chess and online gaming, few names resonate as strongly as Danny Rensch. Born Daniel “Danny” Michael Rensch on October 10, 1985, he is an American chess International Master, event organiser, lecturer, commentator, and entrepreneur. Today, he is best known as the Co-founder and Chief Chess Officer of Chess.com, one of the…

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