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NEW YORK — Top-ranked chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen has withdrawn from the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships in New York after refusing to comply with the International Chess Federation's (FIDE) dress code.The federation prohibits participants from wearing jeans during the event, leading to a standoff with the Norwegian champion.FIDE stated on Friday that Carlsen, 34, was informed by the Chief Arbiter of the violation, fined $200, and requested to change his attire.When he declined, the federation disallowed him from competing in round nine, citing impartial enforcement of the rules.In a video posted on social media, Carlsen acknowledged the fine but stood by his decision not to change his jeans."I said, ‘I’ll change tomorrow if that’s OK,’ but they said,...
December 29, 2024
Magnus Carlsen exits World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships over dress code dispute
December 29, 2024
Khaleeji Zain 26: Final rescheduled for January 4
December 28, 2024
Al-Hamddan’s heroics send Saudi Arabia into Gulf Cup semi-finals
December 27, 2024
Kuwait advances to semi-finals after thrilling draw with Qatar
December 26, 2024
Saudi Arabia to host Gulf Cup 27 in Riyadh in 2026
December 26, 2024
Saudi Arabia, Bahrain secure wins in thrilling Khaleeji Zain 26 Group B clashes
December 25, 2024
RCU launches women’s football development project
Saudi Gazette reportABHA — Saudi Pro League club Damac announced on Wednesday the appointment of Portuguese coach Nuno Almeida as the team’s new head coach, replacing Romanian Cosmin Contra.The move marks Almeida’s return to Arab football. Damac welcomed Almeida with a video on their social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), showcasing his extensive coaching experience with clubs such as Sporting Lisbon, Panathinaikos, Zamalek, and Qatari sides Al-Sadd and Al-Shamal."Welcome, Nuno Almeida, to the Knights of the South," the club wrote, signaling optimism for the new chapter.Almeida has a strong background in Arab football, particularly in Egypt and Qatar.He previously served as assistant to Jesualdo Ferreira at clubs including Sporting Lisbon, Braga, Zamalek, and...
December 25, 2024
Damac appoints Portuguese coach Nuno Almeida
December 25, 2024
Kuwait and Oman secure dramatic wins in Khaleeji Zain 26 Group A action
December 25, 2024
Swiss Olympic snowboarder Sophie Hediger dies in avalanche, aged 26
