Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen Withdraws Over Dress Code Dispute
Magnus Carlsen, a top-ranked chess player, withdrew from the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships after refusing to change out of jeans, as required by the event's dress code. The International Chess Federation imposed a $200 fine on Carlsen,
Top Ranked Chess Player Magnus Carlsen Disqualified From Championship Tournament After Refusing Outfit Change
Magnus Carlsen has been disqualified from the World Rapid Chess Championship in New York due to a dress code violation. The world's No. 1 ranked player refused to change out of his jeans after a previous warning, leading to his dismissal ahead of the ninth round.
The Norwegian chess grandmaster was fined $200 and given a warning by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) to change ...
Carlsen’s refusal to change his jeans before the ninth round resulted in his exclusion from the tournament pairings.
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