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.

In the women's section, Harika and Koneru Humpy delivered exceptional performances, ending the day jointly at the top position.

World No 1 Magnus Carlsen got the defence of his Rapid and Blitz world title off to an indifferent start by collecting just one win and a total of 2.5 points on the opening day. Things would then get exponentially worse the following day with the Norwegian GM’s disqualification.

The first day of the World Championship in the shorter versions of chess saw five rounds of rapid chess and teenagers shine through in it.

World No 1 Magnus Carlsen was first fined and then disqualified from the World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championship in New York for his refusal to comply with FIDE’s dress code after turning up in jeans.

The FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships 2024 are set to take place from December 26 to December 31 in Wall Street, New York. Discover the full schedule, venue highlights, and key updates for this prestigious chess event.

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.

Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi is off to a strong start in the World Rapid Chess Championship, tying for fifth place after five rounds with four wins. Meanwhile, Raunak Sadhwani, another Indian player,

Arjun Erigaisi and Raunak Sadhwani are in the group of 11 players who share the fifth spot on four points each

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.