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Alexander Grischuk about Niemann – Carlsen case: Magnus freaked out for a reason

Magnus Carlsen’s withdrawal from the Sinquefield Cup 2022 caused different reactions on social medias. Rumors that Magnus Carlsen suspected Niemann was cheating started spreading, and each day is bringing new theories on the case.

Alexander Grischuk commented on Carlsen’s withdrawal in the interview for championat.com: “There is nothing supernatural in the fact that Niemann, playing black pieces, beat Carlsen. It is clear that this is unexpected“. He added that he got the impression that Carlsen was sure that Niemann was somehow cheating: “Magnus freaked out for a reason. I got the impression that he was sure that Niemann was somehow cheating. Maybe cheating wasn’t in the game with him because their game wasn’t suspicious. Niemann played average and Carlsen played poorly“.

Speaking if cheating is possible at prestigious tournaments, Grischuk said: “Is it possible to somehow cheat at prestigious offline tournaments? This is exactly what interests me. In online tournaments, everything rests on decency. But is it possible to cheat live – that is the question. That is why I am waiting for a statement from Magnus, he is obliged to provide some facts“.

The timetable of happenings related to Carlsen’s withdrawal from the event:

DateNews
5-SepBREAKING: Magnus Carlsen withdraws from the Sinquefield Cup 2022
5-SepPossible reasons of Magnus Carlsen’s withdrawal from the Sinquefield Cup 2022
5-SepHans Niemann was thoroughly checked before the fourth round of the Sinquefield Cup (VIDEO)
5-SepSinquefield Cup’s players and organizers react to Carlsen’s withdrawal from the tournament
5-SepHans Niemann R4 post-game interview: At least I got to beat Magnus Carlsen before he left
6-SepSinquefield Cup 2022 improves anti-cheating measures after Carlsen’s withdrawal
6-SepFabiano Caruana: Can’t wait to hear more about the Hans effect on The Magnus Effect
6-SepReactions to Magnus Carlsen’s withdrawal from the Sinquefield Cup 2022
6-SepNiemann’s emotional confession R5 post-game interview: I cheated in random games on chess.com and this was the biggest mistake in my life
7-SepReactions to Hans Niemann’s interview
7-SepHans Niemann: I’d like to see what Nakamura has to say now
8-SepHans Niemann R6 post-game interview: The silence of my critics speaks for itself
8-SepElon Musk comments on accusations towards Hans Niemann
8-SepGarry Kasparov about Carlsen’s withdrawal: It’s an act with no precedent in the past 50 years
9-SepChess.com explains its decision to remove Hans Niemann from the platform in the official statement
9-SepDaniel Rensch about chess.com’s statement: This tweet speaks for itself
9-SepHikaru Nakamura reacts to Hans Niemann’s interview
9-SepSusan Polgar about Niemann – Carlsen case: The professional reputation of many parties is at stake
9-SepGarry Kasparov: Unless the chess world is to be dragged down into endless pathetic rumors, clear statements must be made
9-SepNiemann keeps analyzing his game with MVL while getting checked with the anti-cheating device (VIDEO)
9-SepHans Niemann R7 post-game interview: It is absolutely ridiculous to play chess under these conditions
10-SepHikaru Nakamura and Daniel Naroditsky speak about cheating in chess
10-SepHans Niemann’s fans gather in front of the Saint Louis Chess Club
10-SepSinquefield Cup Chief Arbiter’s statement: We have no indication that any player has been playing unfairly in the Sinquefield Cup 2022
11-SepNew allegations within Niemann – Carlsen case: Hans Niemann performs much better with live DGT boards

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