Overview
- Speaking at a pre‑tournament press conference in Prague, the world champion said he does not support most of Vladimir Kramnik’s recent allegations of cheating.
- Gukesh said the chess community is inflating the problem of cheating and urged greater harmony and peace in the sport.
- He reiterated that he opposes any unfair or unethical play and stated that he has never cheated.
- Kramnik has publicly accused several players, including Daniel Naroditsky, of online cheating without presenting clear evidence, drawing sharp criticism from peers and officials.
- FIDE’s president said Kramnik has been referred to the organization’s ethics committee, while Kramnik denies bullying and says he plans to sue FIDE.