Overview
- FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich said all relevant public statements by Kramnik before and after Naroditsky’s death will be reviewed by the Ethics and Disciplinary Commission.
- Police in North Carolina reported no signs of foul play in Naroditsky’s death and said toxicology results are pending.
- Kramnik denied bullying, called the investigation unfair, questioned narratives around the death, and signaled potential legal action.
- Magnus Carlsen, Hikaru Nakamura, and Nihal Sarin criticized Kramnik’s conduct, with Sarin saying the accusations caused Naroditsky immense pressure.
- In his final livestream, Naroditsky appeared distressed discussing the toll of the allegations, and FIDE said it will establish a prize in his memory.