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Magnus Carlsen quits chess championship

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Magnus Carlsen quits World Rapid and Blitz Championships after refusing to change out of jeans

World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen quit the World Rapid Chess Championship on Friday after he refused to change out of the jeans he was wearing, according to the International Chess Federation (FIDE).

Magnus Carlsen quits chess championship after being told to change jeans

In a now-settled dispute with opponent Hans Niemann, Carlsen quit a tournament in 2022 after Niemann beat him, before going on to accuse his American rival of cheating. Niemann had denied the allegations, and even said he would "strip fully naked" to prove his innocence.

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Magnus Carlsen thrown out of World Chess Championship for wearing jeans, World No.1 says ‘I am pretty tired of FIDE’

Magnus Carlsen thrown out of World Chess Championship for wearing jeans, World No.1 says ‘I am pretty tired of FIDE’

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The World’s Best Chess Player Just Stormed Out of a Tournament—Over a Pair of Pants

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Gukesh challenges Carlsen once again, adds drama with brutal response to Norwegian's criticism: ‘When the best player…’

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