Russian chess grandmaster blamed for Daniel Naroditsky’s tragic death rejects responsibility — then bizarrely claims he’s not suicidal

The chess world is reeling after the tragic death of US grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, with many pointing fingers at former World Chess Champion Vladimir Kramnik. For nearly two years, Kramnik faced accusations of cheating that some believe contributed to Naroditsky's mental distress. In a recent social media statement, Kramnik bizarrely denied any responsibility and claimed he is not suicidal, further complicating an already sensitive situation. This incident highlights the intense pressures within the chess community and raises questions about the impact of public scrutiny on mental health.