Carlsen responds to disqualification at Worlds

Magnus Carlsen withdrew from the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships in New York after being fined $200 for breaching the Dress Code by wearing jeans. Despite being asked to change, Carlsen refused, citing a matter of principle and decided not to appeal the decision. FIDE has argued they were only following the rules.

Dec 29, 2024 - 08:55
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Carlsen responds to disqualification at Worlds
Magnus Carlsen withdrew from the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships in New York after being fined $200 for breaching the Dress Code by wearing jeans. Despite being asked to change, Carlsen refused, citing a matter of principle and decided not to appeal the decision. FIDE has argued they were only following the rules.

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