A dress-code violation over the wearing of jeans saw Carlsen fined and after refusing to comply, he was not paired for round 9, resulting in his withdrawal.

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi opened his campaign with four wins and a solitary loss in the World Rapid Chess Championship to be tied fifth even as defending champion Magnus

Five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen was first fined and then disqualified from the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship here for his refusal to comply with FIDE's dress code after turning up in jeans.

HIL: The Hockey India League starts with Team Gonasika up against Delhi SG Pipers at 8:15 PM. Chess: FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championship is underway in New York, USA. PKL: Haryana Steelers and Patna Pirates qualify for the PKL 11 final. ISL: Mohammedan and Odisha play out a goalless draw.

Five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen was first fined and then disqualified from the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship here for his refusal to comply with FIDE's dress code after turning up in jeans.

Multiple-time World Champion and defending World Rapid and Blitz Championship title holder has been disqualified from the World Rapid and Blitz Championship 2024 happening in Wall Street, New York on Saturday.

FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championship will be held from December 26 (early December 27 in India) to December 31 (early January 1 in India) in Wall Street, New York.

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi faces tough competition at the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship, aiming to stay in contention for the 2026 Candidates' Tournament. Top players like Magnus Carlsen,